This is just one of many new models coming out in 2008. Been a few changes and I'll post more very soon. Also to note is that they are releasing a frog rod designed by western pro Bobby Barrack that built his reputation on frog fishing. Looking at the new models and improvements has me VERY excited for 2008. Here's a little tease till then.



Here's the actual press release.

Falcon Rods Unveils Cara T7 -- Tournament-Technique Rod Series
Lighter, stronger rods feature braid-tough guides, ACS reel seats for accuracy and comfort

BROKEN ARROW, Okla. (October 10, 2007) � Falcon Rods has introduced Cara T7, a series of lighter, more sensitive tournament-style technical rods featuring braid-tough guides and ergonomic reel-seats for accuracy and control.

Cara T7 for 2008 features 17 casting and 6 spinning models outfitted with streamlined, anti-grooving Fuji Alconite Concept guides. Sleeker, lighter, corrosion-resistant S-4 stainless steel frames hold rings made with a new generation of Alconite ceramic that is lighter and 80 percent stronger than aluminum oxide. A diamond polishing process makes the guide inserts smoother, increasing casting distance and preventing grooving with small-diameter, low-stretch braided line. Falcon applies a thicker flex coat to protect the guide wraps from damaging rays from the sun.

The Cara T7 series supercede previous Cara casting, Cara spinning and Cara Reaction models but the heart of the new series remains Falcon�s American-made F44X blank, a proprietary weave of 44-million modulus graphite praised for its balance of sensitivity and durability.

For all casting models Falcon specified Fuji�s newest blank-through ACS trigger-style reel seat which has been shown to increase casting accuracy, lure control, as well as reduce arm and wrist fatigue. The ergonomic trigger, hollowed-out for less weight, is shaped for the index finger. In addition, the trigger has been repositioned in such as way that the rod tip automatically will line up with the direction of the cast, resulting in better accuracy.

Chris Beckwith, vice president of marketing, said inspiration for the Falcon Cara T7 rods comes from the evolving techniques and increasing demands of bass tournament professionals. He said they are individually designed to solve the technical requirements of properly casting and retrieving various artificial lures, in a variety of demanding situations, including pitching, flipping, drop-shotting, finesse fishing, and fishing heavy structure and vegetation.

Two new casting models also make their first appearance with the Falcon 2008 Cara T7 series. Cara Amistad, named for the acclaimed big bass Texas lake, is 7-foot, 3-inches long and is described as the ultimate power rod for fishing jigs and soft plastic payloads up to one ounce. Another new power rod, the Cara �Head Turner,� is 6-foot, 10-inches and handles lures up to 3/4-ounce.

Split cork handles on the Cara T7 Amistad and Cara T7 Head Turner adopt a handle-blank-handle configuration that provides at least four more advantages to the angler � less rod weight, better casting control, increased forearm-to-blank sensitivity, and more mechanical advantage. The rod extension, resting against the angler�s forearm, provides leverage to pull big fish from deep water, out of thick grass, and away from structure. To protect the handle at the bottom, where it is most vulnerable, Falcon has capped the butt of the A-grade Portuguese cork with a durable rubber-cork composite.

Nice looking rod.

Have you had a chance to put one in your hands yet?
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Nope, just got the info from Falcon earlier tonight. I have some other Caras but not these as of yet. If they are better than what I have they will be impressive to say the least.

Also did not get your PM.

thought you were a st. croix guy mark?

I see its got the new Fugi ACS reel seat and split grips should be a really nice rod! The new reel seat is suposed to help with casting accuracy.

Sweet, any idea when they'll be available? I was about to buy another rod or two but now I may wait!

Im glad Falcon finally came out with a split grip rod.
Im a huge fan of the split grips. Should be a good seller for Falcon.

I've never fished with one, I'm looking forward to trying one out. I just purchased one of the "older" Caras from Southwestern parts last week, he said that they were coming out with something new, they look great.
I can't wait to get my hands on one!!!!

nice look to the rod. I would own nothing but split grip rods if I could afford it....

Does anybody else remember that when Berkley came out with the Series One rods in the 80's that they had split grips? I still have three of them in my rod rack.

I had one in my hands the other day. I liked it. I look forward to them being released on November 1st.

Tacklewarehouse told me in an e-mail this weekthat they are going to start carrying Falcon rods around the middle of November. Wonder if they're getting the new Cara's??

Just to think that it cant get any better from Falcon rods, I just cant wait to buy the new line, i personally use a Falcon original 7 heavy action for my froggin and i cannot wait to see the rods and use the new line up. Just wish we could order them and personalize them sorta like G2 rods but i do love my Falcon rods.

James

what are the price range?

If I had to guess they'd range anyware from expensive to rediculis.