They’re known as the number one downrigger company in the world. Cannon’s name in the fishing industry is synonymous with quality and performance, a reputation that continues with the new Power-Troll Downrigger Rods by Cannon. The black rods with red and gold highlights are designed for hooking and landing tough-fighting salmon, lake trout, rainbow trout, striped bass and steelhead. All with straight handles, the fiberglass rods are built with double-footed gold stainless steel frame guides with aluminum-oxide inserts for years of dependable performance. The deluxe graphite reel seat with gold hood has an unrelenting bite, keeping the reel firmly locked in place. Handles are made from the non-slip black EVA allowing the angler to keep a secure grip during the battle, even with wet hands. A gimbal butt allows the rods to be used in any rod holder. The eight-foot model is characterized as light action. The rod is designed for line weights of 8 to 15-pound test. Nine guides keep the fishing line moving smoothly and freely. Two 8.5 foot rods are available. The medium model is designed for line weights of 10 to 17-pound test. The medium-heavy action model was created for lines in the 12 to 20-pound test range. Both 8.5 foot rods feature 13 guides.