With an 8'6 medium action rod and 2-bearing spinning reel that's pre-spooled with monofilament line, the Xpressions rod and reel combo is one you can pick up on your way to the water. Graphite composite rod blank construction is strong and durable, as are the cork fore and rear grips. The Xpressions reel features a machined and anodized aluminum spool with multi-disc oiled felt drag washers.