8+1 Bearings Light weight graphite body and rotor Super smooth rotation Extra rigid bail Precise felt drag washers for sublime drag performance Stable rotor design Special rubber pattern handle knob for extra grip The MX3LE reel is equipped with a light weight graphite body and rotor design, has 8+1 bearings(!) and that results in a super smooth rotation. Furthermore, the reel has an extra rigid bail, ergonomic special rubber grip handle knob and foldable handle (easy for transport / storage). The MX3LE feels very solid, lightweight and has an unbelievable smooth rotation: it looks, feels and fishes unbelievably well for a reel of this price!