The Shimano Tescata Rods are designed to work perfectly with the Shimano Lucanus Jigs by utilizing the special action of the Tescata rod. The Shimano Tescata Rods have a soft tip action which allows the Lucanus Jigs to properly flutter and also allows for easier hook sets. The Shimano Tescata Rods are a key component in the Lucanus Jigging System and will greatly increase your hookup ratio when using the Shimano Lucanus Jigs.