ATC uses a wide range of mterials in its rod blanks. Each material, or combination of materials is selected to provide the type of performance and durability required by the blank's intended fishing application. A.T.C. III ATC continues to upgrade and find new ways to make their materials more receptive to creative innovations. This IM-7 fiber has a remarkable stiffness-to-weight ration allowing for this innovation. This is the best performance blank on the market for the money. These blanks feature a gloss translucent brown finish. NOODLE ROD BLANKS