The Fox Horizon X5 Black Carp Rod is an updated and improved version of the Horizon X5-S series, built with advanced carbon technology for a stronger, lighter, thinner and more powerful blank. The construction uses several multidirectional layers of thinner carbon cloth with nanofiber technology, electro bonded together during the curing process. All push-over joints feature additional carbon reinforcement. The X5 Black blanks offer superior recovery to improve casting distance and accuracy while retaining a superb playing action. Finished with matt black guides and reel seat, plus full Japanese shrink wrap and an EVA comfort foregrip, the rod presents an understated, high-performance package. - High quality rods designed for sublime casting performance, reducing frap ups and enhanced playing action - Ultra high modulus carbon with multidirectional nanofibre and interlaminar resin - 1k carbon wrap and reinforced carbon power joints - 50mm to 16mm American Tackle Delta-Lite guides in matt black - 50mm butt guide and 30mm second guide are double legged for strength - 18mm DPS American Tackle matt black reel seat - Black collars and cappings - Japanese shrink wrap handle - EVA comfort foregrip above reel seat - Updated, understated cosmetics