This pole is made with a thick layer of carbon fiber (.5mm) greatly increasing the strength of the pole making it one of the most durable retrievers on the market. The Max Stick XF also features a S clip feature to prevent your pole from extending on its own accidentally. This will help reduce accidental damage to your Max Stick XF while you’re out on the course, while in storage, or during transportation. Finally, the greatest feature of the Max Stick XF, every section of this retriever is replaceable.