MHX has created the ultimate cusom rod building rod blank series. The MHX blank series incorporates a series of advanced material and manufacturing techniques , fishing application specific designs and warranty innovations never before offered to the custom rod builder. SALMON & STEELHEAD SERIES...As is the case with all of the MHX rod blanks, what truly makes this series of Salmon & Steelhead blanks is the experience level that goes into its design. HOT SHOT BLANKS: Hot Shotting is an application Salmon & Steelheaders utilize in rivers where they basically back troll a small lipped plug or wobbler. The actions which utilize a light tip and soft upper mid section allow these diving plugs to work in the current properly. This style of blank has also become a favorite of in shore fishers for light saltwater applications.