Balzer Light Stick The new Shirasu rod series has been improved: while the previous models were equipped with IM-8 blanks, the new series features slim, fast-reacting blanks made from high-quality Japanese IM-10 carbon fibre. This not only makes the rods slimmer and lighter, but also gives them a tighter action. Of course, the design has also been refined, resulting in some truly beautiful rods. In addition, the model range has been further expanded. Balzer Light Stick A lightweight perch rod that, despite its low casting weight, has a nice, stiff blank to perfectly animate light weights and detect every contact. Soft baits, Cheburashka rigs, small hardbaits and micro chatterbaits are recommended as bait.