Barkoff,
I won't get to caught up in what the designation is on the rod blank.
I own a couple of X96 JS models and have drift fished, used floats and jigs, tossed spinners and fished spoons in a pinch with it.
It isn't perfect for all fishing applications but is a good all around stick.
SF
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