This rod has been reinforced with the assumption of catching meter-over carp at the mouth and tip. I have actually caught several meter-over carp with it. The rig used at that time was: main line for carp, 10-gauge nylon; swivel, size 4; Kevlar carp leader, size 8; and sea bream hook, size 14. Carp around 60cm are no match for it. They are dispatched in seconds, like with single-hook skipjack tuna fishing. I have made several, so I am listing them for sale.