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.