Shimano SLX SPINNING Backpacking Washington Washington Fine Tuned Lake Lines with integrated tippet ring designed by ambassador Phil Rowley for a more streamlined leader connection and easier change out of lines without sacrificing existing leader setups The all new SLX series of rods provides anglers with a revamped and eye catching aesthetic coupled with new Shimano rod technology to deliver tournament level performance and versatility to cover any technique The comprehensive series of casting and spinning rods expands upon the previous generation of SLX rods and now features two models specifically for anglers throwing large swimbaits