The Mach 2, with premium IM8 graphite blanks, offers anglers the newest, most innovative features and modern designs in a rod that is still under 100. Two new design innovations in fishing rod reel seat technology from Lew's – the G Clutch Handle System for casting rods and the Lew's exclusive BARE Reel Seat for spinning rods. G Clutch Handle System with Midas Touch provide direct contact with the blank for direct sensitivity at all times, and also put the reel closer to the blank for a more compact profile and better balance. The new BARE Reel Seat for spinning rods features G Clutch technology and is teamed with Winn Dri-Tac palming material for extreme comfort and direct contact with the rod blank for ultimate sensitivity.