Surprisingly, there is no consistent, scientific methodology that all rod manufacturers use to rate their rods. Some use computers. Others use complex graphs. We use fish…along with more than 55 years of experience.

Each rating is a collective recommendation of the hi-low thresholds in which the rod is designed to optimize performance. The variable factors for each rod, lure weight, line weight, action, and power are clearly listed throughout this catalog, as well as labeled on the rods just above the handle.

(Not all factors are appropriate for all rods. For example, fly rods will not list a "lure weight.")