They are made of a special type of Carbon that is lighter and stronger than that currently being used in the standard production rods. The raw material cost of this new product is quite a bit more than the standard rods, but give's that added advantage for the more advanced Rev flyer
Race Rods have all the strength of the 3 Wrap (Ultra Light) rods but only weight as much as the 2 wrap (Professional Use) rods.
1/4 inch 3 wrap rods (Ultra Light) 19 grams
1/4 inch 2 Wrap SUL (Professional Use) 13.5 grams
Race Rods 12.5 grams