The Penn Battalion Solid Hybrid Boat Rod is built around Solid Spiral Armor blank technology, which is unique to Penn and delivers strength while keeping weight to a minimum. That construction gives the rod power, sensitivity and long-term durability, making it suited to targeting a range of species with different styles over many years. The DPS reel seat and handle length allow the rod to be used with both multiplier and fixed spool reels, while the Fuji guides are fitted to stand up to repeated use. The heavier versions in the range are capable of stopping large blue sharks and halibut, making these rods a good choice for mixed species boat fishing.