{"title":"Atlantic Salmon Fly Rods","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop atlantic salmon fly rods: spey, switch and single-hand rods with the power to cast big flies across wide rivers and control strong, fresh-run Atlantic salmon.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"atlas-signature-9ft-8wt-fly-rod","title":"Atlas Signature 9ft 8wt Fly Rod","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=YQAO7I9]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-content-type=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-pb-style=\"YQAO7I9\" data-element=\"inner\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-enable-parallax=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've spent the past decade casting, fishing, reviewing, and selling high-end fly rods from virtually every manufacturer out there. And while those products are great, our customers kept asking us for a rod that could do it all. One that would work for both tropical saltwater trips and on their home waters, but we couldn't find a single rod on the market that could do both... until we cast the Atlas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"heading\"\u003eBlank\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrapheneNano-Resin\u003c\/strong\u003e - At the core of any rod is the blank. It has to be light. It has to be strong. But most importantly, it's got to be accurate. In order to make the BEST fly rod, we had to start with the best materials - and, today, that's graphene. Graphene is 200 times stronger than steel yet lighter than graphite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut a great blank isn't just great materials. We spent over two years refining the design of one single line weight in order to bring you the most accurate and versatile blank ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"heading\"\u003eGuides\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREC Cerecoil Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e- The best rod starts with the best components. Cerecoil Guides are super lightweight and built with titanium to stand up to the elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREC Recoil Snake guides\u003c\/strong\u003e- Like the stripping guides, at Atlas, only the best will do. We chose recoil guides for their exceptional durability and lightweight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"heading\"\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"TATB1UR\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomasymmetricalanodized aluminumdouble up-locking reel seat\u003c\/strong\u003e - to secure your reel, we chose an industry-standard double uplocking reel seat, then made it better. We oversized the rings and made the reel seat asymmetrical so you're never fumbling around to attach your reel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"heading\"\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowder-coated aluminum rod tube\u003c\/strong\u003e- We wanted to make sure your investment is protected, and the aluminum rod tube does just that. It also comes with a matching rod bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"CYPFIGB\"\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-amplitude-grand-slam-fly-line\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eSA Grand Slam\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-amplitude-bonefish-fly-line\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eSA Bonefish\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-amplitude-smooth-titan-long-fly-line\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eSA Titan Taper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"heading\"\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Fast\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-Wells w\/ Fighting Butt\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Full-Wells w\/ Fighting Butt\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Streamers, Salt, Flats\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"56\" width=\"450\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all-salt-flats.jpg?v=1791230244\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level: \u003c\/strong\u003eIntermediate-Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"62\" width=\"300\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Atlas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48477466558697,"sku":"SKU850071447002","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/atlas-rods-atlas-signature-9ft-8wt-fly-rod-1199967310.webp?v=1761946083"},{"product_id":"atlas-signature-9ft-9wt-fly-rod","title":"Atlas Signature 9ft 9wt Fly Rod","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=KB3H3SN]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"KB3H3SN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe've spent the past decade casting, fishing, reviewing, and selling high-end fly rods from virtually every manufacturer out there. And while those products are great, our customers kept asking us for a rod that could do it all. One that would work for both tropical saltwater trips and on their home waters, but we couldn't find a single rod on the market that could do both... until we cast the Atlas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-content-type=\"heading\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003eBlank\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrapheneNano-Resin\u003c\/strong\u003e - At the core of any rod is the blank. It has to be light. It has to be strong. But most importantly, it's got to be accurate. In order to make the BEST fly rod, we had to start with the best materials - and, today, that's graphene. Graphene is 200 times stronger than steel yet lighter than graphite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut a great blank isn't just great materials. We spent over two years refining the design of one single line weight in order to bring you the most accurate and versatile blank ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwing Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e - 78.7gm^2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-content-type=\"heading\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003eGuides\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREC Cerecoil Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e- The best rod starts with the best components. Cerecoil Guides are super lightweight and built with titanium to stand up to the elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREC Recoil Snake guides\u003c\/strong\u003e- Like the stripping guides, at Atlas, only the best will do. We chose recoil guides for their exceptional durability and lightweight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-content-type=\"heading\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom asymmetrical anodized aluminum double up-locking reel seat\u003c\/strong\u003e- to secure your reel, we chose an industry-standard double up-locking reel seat, then made it better. We oversized the rings and made the reel seat asymmetrical so you're never fumbling around to attach your reel. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-content-type=\"heading\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowder-coated aluminum rod tube\u003c\/strong\u003e- We wanted to make sure your investment is protected, and the aluminum rod tube does just that. It also comes with a matching rod bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-content-type=\"heading\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSA Grand Slam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSA Bonefish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSA Titan Taper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-content-type=\"heading\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003eFast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" alt=\"Fast\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003eFull-Wells w\/ Fighting Butt\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\" alt=\"Full-Wells w\/ Fighting Butt\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Streamers, Salt, Flats\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/salt-flats.jpg?v=1791230270\" alt=\"Streamers, Salt, Flats\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate-Expert\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\" alt=\"Intermediate-Expert\" width=\"300\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Atlas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48477466591465,"sku":"SKU850071447019","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/atlas-rods-atlas-signature-9ft-9wt-fly-rod-1199944086.png?v=1761699604"},{"product_id":"douglas-sky-g-fly-rod","title":"Douglas SKY-G Fly Rod","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Douglas Sky G, part of the Sky Series, features G-Tec technology for performance like we've never seen. G-Tec keeps the rod blank lightweight and incredibly strong while efficient componentry adds to the rod's application-specific design. A beautiful reel seat gives the rod a refined feel and easy functionality. The lighter weights are made for the angler who targets trout from distance and needs pinpoint accuracy every time. The heavier weights, 6wt through 12wt in the Full Wells grip with fighting butt, bring the same blank to saltwater. That being said, the rod's performance inside 45-feet is also stellar. This is one of the most high-performing, versatile fly rods on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eG-Tec Blank Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Sky G is made with graphene. Douglas claims it's 10x stronger than steel with only 5% of the density. The rod blank is a medium-fast action built with multi-modulus G-Tec platelets. This tech means the rod blank is lighter, recovery speeds are higher, the rod tracks better, and features some of the best performance in the 5wt trout rod sphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREC Titanium Cerecoil Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - The stripping guide on the Sky G is a titanium REC recoil guide. These guides are extremely lightweight, rebound when bent or crushed, and feature friction-minimizing performance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREC Titanium Recoil Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Titanium recoil guides rebound when bent or crushed. These guides are highly functional and keep the Sky G lightweight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkeletonized Aluminum w\/ Burled Blackwood Insert\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Sky G features a skeletonized aluminum reel seat with a burled blackwood insert. The rod also features double uplocking rings with nylon bushings. This reel seat keeps the rod lightweight and functional and the double uplocking rings anchor any fly reel securely in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum Rod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Sky G comes in a durable Aluminum rod tube with a premium plush moisture wicking rod sock for increased protection. Lightweight aluminum keeps the Sky G safe during transportation, travel, and time off of the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Douglas Original Owner Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - Douglas offers an original owner lifetime warranty on all of their fly rods with proof of purchase. Manufacturing defects in materials or workmanship are repaired at no charge. For damage from any other cause, Douglas replaces the damaged section for $45 per rod section plus $20 shipping and handling per order within the contiguous United States. Claims shipping outside the contiguous United States are subject to additional shipping charges. Normal wear and tear and lost sections are not covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium - Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/med-fast-action.jpg?v=1791230264\" alt=\"Medium - Fast\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater and Trout (2-6wt), Freshwater and Saltwater (6-12wt)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Freshwater and Saltwater\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all_water.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reversed Half Wells (2-6wt) Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt (6-12wt)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Reversed Half Wells (2-6wt)\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/rhw.jpg?v=1791230268\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt (6-12wt)\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate - Expert \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Intermediate - Expert\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the freshwater weights we highly recommend using a freshwater specific line. Our favorite for all water applications is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-amplitude-mpx-fly-line\"\u003eScientific Anglers Amplitude MPX Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Douglas","offers":[{"title":"2wt \/ 10ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477569057001,"sku":"SKU024751206504","price":979.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3wt \/ 10ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477569089769,"sku":"SKU024751206559","price":979.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 8ft 6in \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477568925929,"sku":"SKU024751206009","price":929.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 9ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477568958697,"sku":"SKU024751206108","price":929.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 10ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477569122537,"sku":"SKU024751206603","price":979.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477568991465,"sku":"SKU024751206153","price":929.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477569024233,"sku":"SKU024751206207","price":929.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477569286377,"sku":"SKU024751206214","price":979.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477569319145,"sku":"SKU024751206252","price":979.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477569351913,"sku":"SKU024751206306","price":979.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477569188073,"sku":"SKU024751206344","price":979.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477569155305,"sku":"SKU024751206382","price":979.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477569220841,"sku":"SKU024751206429","price":979.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477569253609,"sku":"SKU024751206481","price":979.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/douglas-rods-douglas-sky-g-fly-rod-1199965992.jpg?v=1761713180"},{"product_id":"echo-compact-spey-rod","title":"Echo Compact Spey Rod","description":"\u003cdiv data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"html\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Compact Spey helps all-day anglers stay on the water longer without typical fatigue from heavier Spey rods. Rajeff Sports has designed a rod that's shorter and lighter to accommodate modern Spey lines without added length or weight. These rods are powerful and functional to provide Spey anglers with a tool for any angling scenario. Plus, the shortened rod length allows anglers to fish in tight quarters and access pieces of water never-before accessible with a two-handed rod. If the fishing is what you're focused on, try the new Compact Spey rods from Echo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight High-Modulus Blank\u003c\/strong\u003e - The blank of the Echo Compact Spey rod series has a durable profile and sports a med-fast rod action. Echo uses modern resin systems to create a rod blank that is lightweight, durable, and powerful. The Compact Spey Series is capable despite decreased rod weight. These rods have a stiff butt section for increased lifting power and ample fish-fighting ability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSiC Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Echo Compact Spey rods have two SiC stripping guides to allow fly line to move through the rod with ease. These guides create low friction and low resistance when casting or retrieving line to simplify an angler's connection to the fish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHard Chrome Snake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Hard chrome snake guides add durable functionality to the design of the Echo Compact Spey rods. These guides stand up to abuse on and off the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnodized Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Echo Compact Spey Series has a corrosion-proof black anodized aluminum reel seat designed to protect against the elements and efficiently hold a Spey reel in place without adding extra weight to the rod. A double uplocking component helps secure large Spey reels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric-Covered Rod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Echo Compact Spey Series comes with a black fabric-covered rod tube and rod sock to store and transport the rod safely. Echo's rod tube is tried and true and comes with an Echo insignia and rod model label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcho Fly Rod Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - Echo will repair or replace any defective or damaged rods for the entire lifetime of the original owner. All rods must be sent to Echo for repairs\/service. Echo charges a $35 fee for fly rod repairs\/replacements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium - Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action1_2.jpg?v=1791230254\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"136\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allwater, Streamers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all_water.jpg\" alt=\"Allwater, Streamers\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spey \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/spey.jpg?v=1791230272\" alt=\"Spey\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner - Expert \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/beg-exp.jpg?v=1791230246\" alt=\"Beginner - Expert\" width=\"299\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"font-size: 10px;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe highly recommend using a Spey specific line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/airflo-superflo-max-scandi-compact-floating-line\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAirflo Superflo Max Scandi Compact Floating Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/airflo-superflo-max-skagit-floating-line\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAirflo Superflo Max Skagit Floating Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Echo","offers":[{"title":"5wt \/ 12ft","offer_id":48477582229737,"sku":"SKU810180092043","price":624.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 12ft","offer_id":48477582262505,"sku":"SKU053163402556","price":624.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 12ft","offer_id":48477582295273,"sku":"SKU053163402563","price":624.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 12ft","offer_id":48477582328041,"sku":"SKU053163402570","price":624.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/echo-rods-echo-compact-spey-rod-1199965553.jpg?v=1761725408"},{"product_id":"echo-fiberglass-spey-rod","title":"Echo Fiberglass Spey Rod","description":"\u003cdiv data-appearance=\"contained\" data-content-type=\"row\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-element=\"inner\" data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-pb-style=\"A1SQQ5L\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"text\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's nothing quite like the feel of a glass rod--slowed down, responsive, ultra-smooth, offering maximum feedback, and most importantly, downright fun to fish--Echo's Fiberglass Spey series gives you all of that and more. Taking design inspiration from previous builds of their Fiberglass Spey Rod and updating it to fit more modern applications, the newest version sports Echo's S2 glass technology with an increased diameter in the blank that decreases the rod's weight while improving recovery. Bringing modern performance with a feel that honors the tradition of two-hand swinging and fishing, the Fiberglass Spey keeps things nice and enjoyable while allowing you to present a wide range of line styles. Designed in a 3, 6, and 7 weight in shorter Spey lengths--10'8\", 11'10\", and 12'--Echo has an option whether you're swinging wets at slashing trout during the first mayfly emergence of the spring or working large flies for midwinter steelhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank Technology -\u003c\/strong\u003e S2 Fiberglass Blank\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcho utilizes their S2 Fiberglass technology on the Fiberglass Spey series. This technology is ultra-smooth with all of the power you need to tug on fish while protecting light tippets, and with increased blank diameters and thinner walls, you get top-tier recovery in a lightweight package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcho makes the Fiberglass Spey Rods in a translucent pale olive color that feels at home no matter what waterway or season you're facing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHard Chrome Single Foot Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - A solid complement to this rod that keeps weight down while letting you hit those across-the-river targets, Echo adds Hard Chrome Single Foot Guides to their Fiberglass Spey Rods. This choice is both durable and performance-forward and sure to last for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Anodized Reel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e - A reliable and straightforward option, Echo includes a Black Anodized Reel Seat on the Fiberglass Spey. This design features a dual uplocking construction to keep things locked in during the fight, while the anodization protects against corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaged in a fiberglass rod tube, Echo provides a durable and safe place for your rod to rest whether it's in your closet or stowed in the back of your buddy's truck on a rugged road to the destination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs of March 2025, all Echo rods are covered by their warranty policy for the natural life of the rod for its original owner, wholly at the discretion of Rajeff Sports. The warranty for Echo rods is covered by a service fee, and\/or if the rod is discontinued or non-repairable, Echo will offer an equivalent replacement at 50% of the MSRP. Echo's warranty applies to any damage that occurs while on the water, so whether you've snapped your rod on the fish of a lifetime or the wind quickly changed direction while throwing a heavy stonefly, Echo has your back. However, Echo will not cover damages caused by general neglect, whether that be your rod getting closed in a car door or your dog using the cork as a teething ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMedium Fast Glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" height=\"136\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/med-fast-action.jpg?v=1791230264\" width=\"300\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eTrout Spey\/All Two-Hand Spey Applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" height=\"56\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all_water.jpg\" width=\"450\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eTwo-Handed Spey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" height=\"52\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/spey.jpg?v=1791230272\" width=\"300\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" height=\"62\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\" width=\"300\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-skagit-short-spey-line\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eScientific Anglers Skagit Short Spey Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rio-elite-integrated-trout-spey-line\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eRio Elite Integrated Trout Spey Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Echo","offers":[{"title":"3wt \/ 10ft 8in","offer_id":48477582524649,"sku":"SKU810180092050","price":424.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 12ft","offer_id":48477582590185,"sku":"SKU810180092074","price":424.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 11ft 10in","offer_id":48477582557417,"sku":"SKU810180092067","price":424.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/echo-rods-echo-fiberglass-spey-rod-1199965545.jpg?v=1761725535"},{"product_id":"echo-full-spey-fly-rod","title":"Echo Full Spey Fly Rod","description":"\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRajeff Sports has come out with a line of mid-priced medium-fast Spey rods that do a variety of things well: the Echo Full Spey Series. The Full Spey series focuses on only three rod models: a 13' 6wt, 13' 7wt, and a 13' 8wt. These rods were designed to cast farther, flex deeper, and maintain a level of forgiveness to cater to all anglers regardless of skill level. The Full Spey is a great purposeful rod series from Echo and remains true to Echo's mission to create affordable, high-performing fly rods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight High-Modulus Blank\u003c\/strong\u003e - The blank of the Echo Full Spey rod series has a durable profile and sports a med-fast rod action. Echo uses modern resin systems to create a rod blank that is lightweight, durable, and powerful. The Full Spey Series is capable despite decreased rod weight. These rods have a stiff butt section for increased lifting power and ample fish-fighting ability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSiC Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Echo Full Spey rods have two SiC stripping guides to allow fly line to move through the rod with ease. These guides create low friction and low resistance when casting or retrieving line to simplify an angler's connection to the fish. \u003cstrong\u003eHard Chrome Snake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Hard chrome snake guides add durable functionality to the design of the Echo Full Spey rods. These guides stand up to abuse on and off the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnodized Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Echo Full Spey Series has a corrosion-proof black anodized aluminum reel seat designed to protect against the elements and efficiently hold a Spey reel in place without adding extra weight to the rod. A double uplocking component helps secure large Spey reels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric-Covered Rod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Echo Full Spey Series comes with a black fabric-covered rod tube and rod sock to store and transport the rod safely. Echo's rod tube is tried and true and comes with an Echo insignia and rod model label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcho Fly Rod Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - Echo will repair or replace any defective or damaged rods for the entire lifetime of the original owner. All rods must be sent to Echo for repairs\/service. Warranty and repair services carry a standard processing fee that varies based on the rod model and situation. For specific fee information, contact Echo directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium - Fast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/med-fast-action.jpg?v=1791230264\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"136\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allwater, Streamers \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all-nym-salt-flats.jpg?v=1791230240\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spey\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Spey\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/spey.jpg?v=1791230272\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner - Expert \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Beginner - Expert\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/beg-exp.jpg?v=1791230246\" width=\"299\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-size: 10px;\" href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/airflo-superflo-max-scandi-compact-floating-line\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAirflo Superflo Max Scandi Compact Floating Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/airflo-superflo-max-skagit-floating-line\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAirflo Superflo Max Skagit Floating Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Echo","offers":[{"title":"6wt \/ 13ft","offer_id":48477582721257,"sku":"SKU053163402587","price":624.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 13ft","offer_id":48477582754025,"sku":"SKU053163402594","price":624.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 13ft","offer_id":48477582786793,"sku":"SKU053163402600","price":624.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/echo-rods-echo-full-spey-fly-rod-1199965534.jpg?v=1761725655"},{"product_id":"echo-indicator-fly-rod","title":"Echo Indicator Fly Rod","description":"\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-pb-style=\"Q7GWDYR\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-element=\"inner\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-background-images=\"{}\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou've just made your first step into a clean series of riffles, pockets, and tailouts that stretches the next mile. Now it's time to carefully drift your fly through each holding lie–having the right tool for this job is crucial to success, and with their Indicator Fly Rod, Echo has built the perfect rod for delivering nymphs and maintaining complete control over your drift. Built a bit longer than your standard 9-foot fly rod, the Indicator family of rods makes it easy to control long drifts, mend over riffles, and maintain consistent contact with your fly no matter how swift the current may be. Whenever you're throwing a multi-nymph rig that's full of splitshot and heavy nymphs, you'll thank the medium-fast action and power found in the Indicator rods as it'll let you reach those pockets on the other side just as well as it will help you effectively roll-cast heavy rigs in a tight situation. Built for the serious nymphing angler, the Indicator series of rods has everything that you need to tick the bottom and consistently connect, and with a pricepoint of $399.99, it's one of those rods that's just so good, you may end up with all three members of the family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcho knows that the serious nymph angler stops at nothing to find the perfect run, and sometimes that means traveling a few states over–whether you're on the road or sitting on the tarmac, you can travel with confidence knowing that your Indicator Rod is protected with a nice hard case and rod sock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs of May 2022, all Echo rods are covered by their warranty policy for the natural life of the rod for its original owner, wholly at the discretion of Rajeff Sports. The warranty for Echo rods is covered by a service fee, and\/or if the rod is discontinued or non-repairable, Echo will offer an equivalent replacement at 50% of the MSRP. Echo's warranty applies to fishing-related damage that occurs while on the water, such as breakage from fighting fish or casting mishaps, though Echo will not cover damages caused by general neglect, whether that be your rod getting closed in a car door or your dog using the cork as a teething ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-Fast action\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Medium-Fast action\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nymphing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Nymphing\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all-nymph.jpg?v=1791230241\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/ability_level_9d73c117-9174-401d-babd-d8392f5e1478.jpg?v=1791230237\" width=\"309\" height=\"89\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-mastery-mpx-fly-line\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eScientific Anglers Mastery MPX Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Airflo Superflo Nymph\/Indicator Fly Line\" href=\"\/search?q=airflo%20superflo%20nymph%20indicator%20fly%20line\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eAirflo Kelly Galloup Nymph Indicator Floating Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Echo","offers":[{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft 6in","offer_id":48477583016169,"sku":"SKU665275610431","price":374.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48477582950633,"sku":"SKU665275890383","price":374.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48477582983401,"sku":"SKU665275781407","price":374.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/echo-rods-echo-indicator-fly-rod-1199965523.jpg?v=1761687367"},{"product_id":"echo-ion-xl-fly-rod","title":"Echo ION XL Fly Rod","description":"\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcho has come out with a do-it-all entry-level saltwater rod series, the Ion XL. The Ion XL replaces the previous Echo Ion rods. The new Ion XL is extremely versatile; although it’s designed for saltwater, these rods can also be used for freshwater streamer fishing and Steelhead fishing. Rajeff Sports created these rods to be accurate from a host of distances in multitudes of fly fishing scenarios. As a result, the Ion XL is a rod that boasts solid all-around performance and great castability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSlim Profile High Modulus Graphite Design\u003c\/b\u003e - Rajeff Sports created a responsive blank when designing the Ion XL. The Ion XL has ample power and the blank design creates a medium fast action rod with short distance and long distance capabilities. The versatility of the rod blank allows anglers to feel comfortable casting in a large variety of fishing situations. The blank of the Ion XL makes it a solid all-around saltwater or freshwater rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOversized Stripping Guides\u003c\/b\u003e - Oversized stripping guides allow large saltwater lines to shoot nicely through the guides of the Ion XL. Oversized guides also allow knots to quickly run through the rod in the case of a tangle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSingle Foot Guides\u003c\/b\u003e - Single foot guides help eliminate unneeded weight from the Ion XL to keep the rod lightweight and easy to cast. These guides offer industry-accepted performance and functional style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGloss Black Anodized w\/Uplocking Component\u003c\/b\u003e - The reel seat on the Ion XL is lightweight and durable. Black anodized aluminum protects the rod from weathering and a double uplocking component locks any reel in place. The reel seat on the Ion XL also comes with alignment dots, a feature we’re used to seeing on rods but one that is also helpful on a reel seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrey Fabric-Covered Rod Tube\u003c\/b\u003e - The Ion XL comes in a grey rod tube with an Echo insignia. Fabric-covered rod tubes protect rods during time off the water and are a solid mid-priced alternative to an aluminum rod tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEcho Fly Rod Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/b\u003e - Echo will repair or replace any defective or damaged rods for the entire lifetime of the original owner. All rods must be sent to Echo for repairs\/service. As of 4\/17\/2019, Echo charges a $35 fee for fly rod repairs\/replacements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRod Action: \u003c\/b\u003eMedium-Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/med-action.jpg?v=1791230262\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"136\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for:\u003c\/b\u003e Saltwater, Flats\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/salt-flats.jpg?v=1791230270\" alt=\"\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrip:\u003c\/b\u003e Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Beginner- Expert \u003ca style=\"font-size: 10px;\" href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/beg-exp.jpg?v=1791230246\" alt=\"\" width=\"299\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe highly recommend using a saltwater-specific line. Our favorite for tropical applications is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-amplitude-grand-slam-fly-line\"\u003eSA Amplitude Grand Slam Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Echo","offers":[{"title":"5wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48477583671529,"sku":"SKU053163402457","price":239.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477583868137,"sku":"SKU053163798192","price":239.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48477583704297,"sku":"SKU053163798246","price":239.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477583900905,"sku":"SKU053163798208","price":239.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48477583737065,"sku":"SKU053163798253","price":239.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477583933673,"sku":"SKU053163798215","price":239.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48477583769833,"sku":"SKU053163798260","price":239.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477583966441,"sku":"SKU053163798222","price":239.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477583835369,"sku":"SKU053163798239","price":239.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/echo-rods-echo-ion-xl-fly-rod-1199944007.jpg?v=1761729852"},{"product_id":"echo-ohs-fly-rod","title":"Echo OHS Fly Rod","description":"\u003cdiv data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"html\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne-handed Spey rods are hard to get right. In the case of the Echo OHS, Rajeff Sports has succeeded in creating a rod that is versatile, efficient, and caster-friendly. The OHS is optimized for Spey casting but can also be cast overhead or as a one-handed rod with a regular fighting butt. The design of the OHS makes double hauling possible in single-hand scenarios and casting Skagit lines efficient when Spey casting makes more sense. Rajeff Sports has finally introduced a one-handed Spey Series that does it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight High-Modulus Blank\u003c\/strong\u003e - The blank of the OHS is designed to be lightweight and high-performing. Tim Rajeff designed these 10' 4\" rods to be optimized for Spey casting. That being said, the lightweight high-modulus blank design means overhead casting with the OHS is also easy and efficient. The blank sports a gloss emerald green color and a medium-fast action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSiC Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Echo OHS rods have two SiC stripping guides to allow line to move through the rods with ease. These guides create low friction and low resistance when casting or retrieving line to simplify an angler's connection to the fish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHard Chrome Snake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Hard chrome snake guides add durable functionality to the design of the Echo OHS rods. These guides stand up to abuse on and off the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnodized Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Echo OHS Series has a corrosion-proof black anodized aluminum reel seat designed to protect against the elements and efficiently hold a reel in place without adding extra weight to the rod. These rods also come with a removable standard fighting butt handle and a screw-in extended fighting butt grip attachment for easy two-handed casting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric-Covered Rod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Echo OHS comes with a black fabric-covered rod tube and rod sock to store and transport the rod safely. Echo's rod tube is efficient and lightweight and comes with an Echo insignia and rod model label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcho Fly Rod Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - Echo will repair or replace any defective or damaged rods for the original owner. All rods must be sent to Echo for repairs\/service. Warranty and repair services carry a processing fee that varies depending on the rod model and situation. Please visit Echo's warranty policy page for current fee information and coverage details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium - Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/med-action.jpg?v=1791230262\" width=\"300\" height=\"136\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allwater, Streamers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all_water.jpg\" alt=\"Allwater, Streamers\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Wells w\/Removable Fighting Butt \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\" alt=\"Full Wells w\/Removable Fighting Butt\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable Switch Attachment\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/switch.jpg?v=1791230274\" alt=\"Removable Switch Attachment\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate - Expert \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\" alt=\"Intermediate - Expert\" width=\"300\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" style=\"font-size: 10px;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe highly recommend using a Switch-specific Skagit line. Our favorite one-handed Skagit Line is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/airflo-skagit-scout-fly-line\"\u003eAirflo Skagit Scout Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Echo","offers":[{"title":"6wt \/ 10ft 4in","offer_id":48477585342697,"sku":"SKU053163871192","price":459.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 10ft 4in","offer_id":48477585375465,"sku":"SKU053163871208","price":459.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 10ft 4in","offer_id":48477585408233,"sku":"SKU053163871215","price":459.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/echo-rods-echo-ohs-fly-rod-1199965470.jpg?v=1761718324"},{"product_id":"echo-sr-switch-rod","title":"Echo SR Switch Rod","description":"\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR is a versatile rod that allows anglers to overhead cast or Spey cast in tight quarters. This versatility is useful in a variety of angling scenarios and contributes to the purpose-driven build of the SR. From smaller 3wt rods for Trout applications to larger 8wt rods for Salmon and Steelhead, Rajeff Sports has truly produced a Switch Rod that can do it all. Whether you’re a single-handed angler looking to get into Spey casting or vice versa, this rod does both surprisingly well and is a great all-around rod for a variety of river conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight High-Modulus Blank\u003c\/strong\u003e - The blank of the SR is designed to be lightweight and high-performing. Tim Rajeff designed these 10’ 6” - 10’ 10” blanks to be efficient at both Spey casting and single-handed applications. The blank features a dark slate gloss finish and a fast action build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSiC Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Echo SR rods have two SiC stripping guides to allow line to move through the rods with ease. These guides create low friction and low resistance when casting or retrieving line to simplify an angler’s connection to the fish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHard Chrome Single Foot Snake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Hard chrome snake guides add durable functionality to the design of the Echo SR rods. These guides stand up to abuse on and off the water and the single foot design decreases overall rod weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnodized Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Echo SR Series has a corrosion-proof black anodized aluminum reel seat designed to protect against the elements and efficiently hold a reel in place without adding extra weight to the rod. These rods also come with a removable standard fighting butt handle and a screw-in extended fighting butt grip attachment for easy two-handed casting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric-Covered Rod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Echo SR comes with a grey fabric-covered rod tube and rod sock to store and transport the rod safely. Echo’s rod tube is efficient and lightweight and comes with an Echo insignia and rod model label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcho Fly Rod Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - Echo will repair or replace any defective or damaged rods for the entire lifetime of the original owner. All rods must be sent to Echo for repairs\/service. As of 4\/17\/2019, Echo charges a $35 fee for fly rod repairs\/replacements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action: \u003c\/strong\u003eFast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action1_2.jpg?v=1791230254\" width=\"300\" height=\"136\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e All water\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"All water\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all_water.jpg\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Switch\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/switch.jpg?v=1791230274\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate - Expert \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Intermediate - Expert\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\" width=\"300\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-size: 10px;\" href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe highly recommend using a Switch-specific Skagit line. Our favorite Skagit Line is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/airflo-skagit-scout-fly-line\"\u003eAirflo Skagit Scout Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Echo","offers":[{"title":"3wt \/ 10ft 6in","offer_id":48477587243241,"sku":"SKU053163128234","price":374.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 10ft 6in","offer_id":48477587276009,"sku":"SKU053163174828","price":374.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 10ft 8in","offer_id":48477587308777,"sku":"SKU053163450298","price":374.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 10ft 10in","offer_id":48477587144937,"sku":"SKU053163175627","price":374.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 10ft 10in","offer_id":48477587177705,"sku":"SKU053163175801","price":374.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 10ft 10in","offer_id":48477587210473,"sku":"SKU053163175818","price":374.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/echo-rods-echo-sr-switch-rod-1199965420.jpg?v=1761730446"},{"product_id":"echo-tr2-spey-rod","title":"Echo TR2 Spey Rod","description":"\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcho’s TR2 Spey Series (TR stands for Tim Rajeff, the designer of these rods) is a low-priced offering from Echo built for power. This series caters to anglers who prefer to use abrupt bottom-hand power and frequently find themselves making the touch-and-go or Skagit-style casts. The TR2 is stylish, lightweight, durable, and pretty caster-friendly… incredible attributes for a low-priced Spey rod. This rod is great for beginners and excels in its niche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraphite Fiber Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e - The blank of the TR2 Series is responsive and caster-friendly. A medium-fast action and tough graphite fiber construction mean the TR2 rods are a joy to cast and remain durable throughout seasons on the water. The TR2 has a glossy army green and black blank color and is finished with quality componentry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow Friction Ceramic Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e -The TR2 rods have ceramic stripping guides to allow line to move through the rods with ease. These guides create low friction and low resistance when casting or retrieving line to simplify an angler’s connection to the fish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChrome Snake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Chrome snake guides add durable functionality to the design of the TR2 Spey rods. These guides stand up to abuse on and off the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnodized Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e - The TR2 Series has a corrosion-proof black anodized aluminum reel seat designed to protect against the elements and efficiently hold a Spey reel in place without adding extra weight to the rod. A double uplocking component (3wt-6wt) helps balance the rod and secure large reels. The larger Spey rods (7wt-8wt) have a double downlocking component to help balance the rods more efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric-Covered Rod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e - The TR2 Spey rods come with a green fabric-covered rod tube and rod sock to store and transport the rod safely. Echo’s rod tube is tried and true and comes with an Echo insignia and rod model label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcho Fly Rod Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - Echo will repair or replace any defective or damaged rod for the entire lifetime of the original owner. All rods must be sent to Echo for repairs\/service. As of 4\/17\/2019, Echo charges a $35 fee for fly rod repairs\/replacements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium - Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/med-fast-action.jpg?v=1791230264\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"136\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Water\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"All Water\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all_water.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spey\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Spey\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/spey.jpg?v=1791230272\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner - Expert \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Beginner - Expert\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/beg-exp.jpg?v=1791230246\" width=\"299\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-size: 10px;\" href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/airflo-superflo-max-scandi-compact-floating-line\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAirflo Superflo Max Scandi Compact Floating Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/airflo-superflo-max-skagit-floating-line\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAirflo Superflo Max Skagit Floating Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-integrated-skagit-spey-lite-fly-line\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eScientific Anglers Integrated Skagit Spey Lite Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Echo","offers":[{"title":"3wt \/ 11ft","offer_id":48477587636457,"sku":"SKU053163871376","price":399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 11ft 3in","offer_id":48477587603689,"sku":"SKU053163871383","price":399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 12ft 6in","offer_id":48477587669225,"sku":"SKU053163871390","price":399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 13ft","offer_id":48477587734761,"sku":"SKU053163871406","price":399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8wt \/ 13ft 6in","offer_id":48477587701993,"sku":"SKU053163871413","price":399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/echo-rods-echo-tr2-spey-rod-1199965395.jpg?v=1761726739"},{"product_id":"g-loomis-imx-pro-v2-freshwater-fly-rod","title":"G. Loomis IMX-Pro V2 Freshwater Fly Rod","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=G3L8O5N]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-content-type=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-pb-style=\"G3L8O5N\" data-element=\"inner\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-enable-parallax=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA brand new series of rods designed to handle nearly every freshwater application you'll come across-tight line nymphing, stripping streamers, or delicately landing a dry fly in front of a sipper, G. Loomis' IMX-PRO V2 is ready for whatever the stream throws your way. Built around versatility that caters to traditional freshwater applications while also serving more technique-specific purposes, this series of rods offers a wide range of lengths and sizes that incorporate high-quality componentry. Engineered with Loomis' Conduit Core Technology and GL7 Resin System, the IMX-PRO V2 remains light in hand while increasing overall durability and sensitivity. The IMX-PRO V2 has a fast action that punches into the wind and lets you turn over those heavy rigs when getting deep is crucial to success. Handcrafted in Woodland, Washington, this family of rods is available in line weights 4 through 8, including a couple of 8'10 models for the dedicated streamer anglers out there. The IMX-PRO V2 Rods are designed to be reliable workhorses that give the performance you need for day-in and day-out time spent on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConduit Core - At the heart of the IMX-Pro V2, you'll find G. Loomis' Conduit Core Blank. Conduit Core is a proprietary technology that Loomis uses to decrease the weight of the rod by replacing excess graphite with a proprietary material that's considerably lighter yet equally strong. This technology is exactly what will reduce the work involved in those long days spent casting heavy nymph rigs and streamers, working sink tip lines, and catching fish after fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith their Conduit Core Technology in the blank, Loomis seamlessly integrates their proprietary GL7 Resin, in order to add the strength that you need for tough fish while keeping things nice and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eG. Looms crafts their IMX-Pro V2 in a clean grey color that's nice and subtle, letting you blend into the surroundings around you while providing a classic color that never goes out of style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChrome Stripper Guides - Featuring high-quality Chrome Stripper Guides, G. 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Both of these choices are excellent options depending on where you're fishing and what you're fishing for, but those rods with a wooden insert will excel in lighter situations, whereas those with a fighting butt are perfect whenever you need added power during technical fights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're hopping on an airplane to hit the Baja surf or meeting your fishing partner at the local flat, you can rest easy knowing that your IMX-Pro V2 is securely stored in a hard tube and cloth rod bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs of March 2023, G. Loomis' IMX-Pro Musky Rod is covered by their limited lifetime warranty. This covers non-conformities in workmanship and materials for the life of the original owner. A receipt or proof of purchase is necessary, and rods must be registered with G. Loomis within 30 days of purchasing in order to be eligible for the warranty. Should you break your rod due to abuse, neglect, wear and tear, or alteration, your rod will be repaired or replaced for a fee. G. Loomis also reserves the right to refuse service on any claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast Action\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Fast Action\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Streamers, Nymphs, and Dry Flies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Streamers, Nymphs, and Dry Flies\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/dry-nym-sm.jpg?v=1791230250\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicro full wells grip (models 490-4 \u0026amp; 590-4)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw.jpg?v=1791230258\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Wells\/w Fighting Butt (models 590-4 through 8100-4)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Intermediate\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\" width=\"300\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rio-gold-premier-fly-line\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eRio Gold Premier Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rio-premier-streamer-tip-fly-line\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eRio Premier Streamer Tip Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"G. Loomis","offers":[{"title":"4wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells","offer_id":48477631152361,"sku":"SKU601040130025","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477630988521,"sku":"SKU601040130032","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477631217897,"sku":"SKU601040130056","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells","offer_id":48477631185129,"sku":"SKU601040130049","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477631021289,"sku":"SKU601040130063","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477631250665,"sku":"SKU601040130070","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477631054057,"sku":"SKU601040130087","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477631086825,"sku":"SKU601040130094","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477631119593,"sku":"SKU601040130100","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/g-loomis-rods-g-loomis-imx-pro-v2-freshwater-fly-rod-1199964760.jpg?v=1761731775"},{"product_id":"g-loomis-nrx-freshwater-fly-rod","title":"G. Loomis NRX+ Freshwater Fly Rod","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original NRX Series from G. Loomis contains some of our favorite rods we’ve ever fished. And we’re here to announce that they’ve made them even better in the NRX+ Series. These rods take intel gleaned during the research and design of the original NRX rods and pack a whole new punch to the world of fly fishing. Loomis has included Dynamic Recovery Technology, Mega Modulus+ graphite, and a slew of other technical advancements. We’ve fished these rods and firmly believe they’re better than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Recovery Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e - Loomis’ new rod technology combines an all-new Mega Modulus+ graphite matrix and a GL8 resin system to create a blank with crisp smoothness and blitzing accuracy. Loomis also utilized an advanced compound taper construction process to make the NRX+ rod series as versatile, durable, and powerful as any rod on the market. This blank is incredibly lightweight with quick recovery speeds and unparalleled smoothness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitanium SiC Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Titanium stripping guides provide durability and friction-minimizing performance to the NRX+. These guides are made to be lightweight without sacrificing rigidity or performance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Nickel\/Titanium Single Foot Recoil Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Single-foot guides are made to be lightweight and encourage less friction than snake guides. The guides on the NRX+ rods are recoil which means they rebound when bent or crushed. More and more manufacturers are switching from snake guides to single-foot guides, and for good reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble Uplocking w\/ Custom Reel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e - The smaller NRX+ rods have a double uplocking reel seat with a custom walnut hardwood insert. The walnut insert is a beautiful dark, deep brown and adds a classic feel to the smaller NRX+ rods. The larger rods have an aluminum reel seat with a fighting butt for corrosion-resistance and increased leverage on larger fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum Rod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e - Like all of Loomis’ high-end fly rods, the NRX+ rods come in an aluminum rod tube with a cloth rod bag for protection during transportation and travel. These tubes hold up well and are great for cars, boats, planes, and any situation that may damage a fly rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoomis Limited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - As of November 2019, the G. Loomis NRX+, like all Loomis fly rods, is covered by a Lifetime Limited Warranty, which covers the rod for the life of the original owner. For breakage determined to have occurred due to non-conformance, G. Loomis will at the companies’ discretion, either repair or replace the product at no charge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXpeditor Service\u003c\/strong\u003e - G. Loomis offers an additional option for repair that we think is the industry’s finest. It’s a no-fault, no-questions-asked, service program that gets you fishing in as little as a few days!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" alt=\"Fast\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater, Nymphs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all-nymph.jpg?v=1791230241\" alt=\"Freshwater, Nymphs\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip (6wt-8wt):\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Wells w\/ Fighting Butt\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip (4wt - 5wt):\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Wells\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw.jpg?v=1791230258\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate - Expert \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\" alt=\"Intermediate - Expert\" width=\"300\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"font-size: 10px;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe highly recommend using a freshwater specific line. Our favorite for allwater applications is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-amplitude-mpx-fly-line\"\u003eScientific Anglers Amplitude MPX Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"G. 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Loomis NRX+ Spey \u0026 Switch Rods","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eG. Loomis added Switch and Spey rods to round out their NRX+ Series and they're some of the best on the market. Utilizing the same blank technology as the single-handed NRX+ rods, these two-handers are powerful and versatile with a wide range of rod models to accommodate any angling style. These rods were designed with input from legendary Steelhead guide Tom Larimer and casting guru Steve Rajeff to be some of the most high-performing two-handers in fly fishing. And we think they've succeeded in that mission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Recovery Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e - Loomis' new rod technology combines an all-new Mega Modulus+ graphite matrix and a GL8 resin system to create a blank with crisp smoothness and blitzing accuracy. Loomis also utilized an advanced compound taper construction process to make the NRX+ Spey\/Switch rod series as versatile, durable, and powerful as any two-handed rod on the market. This blank is incredibly lightweight with quick recovery speeds and unparalleled smoothness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitanium SiC Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Titanium stripping guides provide durability and friction-minimizing performance to the NRX+ Spey\/Switch Series. These guides are made to be lightweight without sacrificing rigidity or performance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHard Chrome Snake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - The two-handed rods in this series have hard chrome snake guides that efficiently manage line to encourage tight loops and long casts. These lines are perfect for casting thicker Spey lines and for shooting running line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble Dowlocking w\/ Custom Aluminum Reel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e - The custom Aluminum reel seat on the NRX+ Spey\/Switch rods is made to anchor the heaviest Spey reels and to withstand corrosion and weather. The rods also have a AAA grade two-handed Spey grip to help anglers steer fish to the net.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum Rod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e - Like all of Loomis' high-end fly rods, the NRX+ Spey\/Switch rods come in an aluminum rod tube with a cloth rod bag for protection during transportation and travel. These tubes hold up well and are great for cars, boats, planes, and any situation that may damage a fly rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoomis Limited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - As of November 2019, the G. Loomis NRX+ Spey\/Switch rods, like all Loomis fly rods, are covered by a Lifetime Limited Warranty, which covers the rod for the life of the original owner. For breakage determined to have occurred due to non-conformance, G. Loomis will at the companies' discretion, either repair or replace the product at no charge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXpeditor Service\u003c\/strong\u003e - G. Loomis offers an additional option for repair that we think is the industry's finest. It's a no-fault, no-questions-asked, service program that gets you fishing in as little as a few days!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" alt=\"Fast\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Streamers, Freshwater\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all_water.jpg\" alt=\"Streamers, Freshwater\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switch \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/switch.jpg?v=1791230274\" alt=\"Switch\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spey \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/spey.jpg?v=1791230272\" alt=\"Spey\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate - Expert \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\" alt=\"Intermediate - Expert\" width=\"300\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-size: 10px;\" href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe highly recommend using a Spey-specific line on the Spey rod models. Our favorite for Skagit applications is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/rio-elite-skagit-max-launch-shooting-head\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRio Elite Skagit MAX Launch Shooting Head\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"G. 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Every model breaks down into six sections, so the tube for a 15ft 1in salmon rod is 88cm and the tube for the 11ft 3in switch is 65cm, which is the difference between a rod that goes inside your checked bag and a rod that becomes a separate conversation at the airline counter. Gaelforce did not treat the six piece build as a compromise to be apologized for: the range was designed around it, with the taper and the ferrule fit worked out together so that the extra joints do not cost you the action. That is the pitch, and the per model spec sheet backs it up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo things this rod is not. It is not the Gaelforce Equalizer, which shares components and finish but is a four piece built on its own taper. And it is not the G+ Destination Graphene, which is this same rod rebuilt with graphene in the blank, in a wider model range and with a different tube. The standard Destination is built from carbon fiber and resin with no graphene, and it costs several hundred dollars less per model as a result. We stock it in nine models, from an 11ft 3in switch through a 15ft 1in 10\/11wt, which covers sea trout and intimate headwater salmon streams at the light end and the largest Norwegian and Russian salmon rivers at the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Fiber and Resin Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e - Gaelforce builds the Destination blank from what it calls the finest new graphite materials, using its advancements in carbon fiber and resin systems. There is no graphene in this blank, and that is the honest dividing line between this rod and the G+ Destination Graphene sitting above it. The cost of skipping the graphene is weight, and Gaelforce publishes the number: on the 12ft 9in 8\/9wt, the model both ranges share, the standard Destination weighs 252g against 240g for the graphene version. Across the models built in both ranges the gap runs between 5g and 21g. That is what you are buying back with the G+ premium, and on the shorter and midrange Destination models it is a small enough number that plenty of anglers will not feel it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Progressive Action with a Strong Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e - The blank flexes deep into the butt section and recovers quickly, which is the combination Gaelforce built the range around. The strong tip is the part that does the unglamorous work: it lifts a long line off the water without deflecting sideways, so the anchor sets where you aimed it rather than where the tip wandered. Behind that, the deep progressive bend gives you feedback through the change of direction, whether you are making a sustained anchor cast or a traditional single spey or snake roll. Gaelforce rates every model progressive with a strong tip, and rates recovery fast on all of them except the 12ft 9in and 13ft 9in 7\/8wt models, which are rated medium and are the more relaxed rods in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Ferrules\u003c\/strong\u003e - A six piece rod has five joints, and every one of them is a place to lose energy or to have a section creep loose over a day of casting. Gaelforce calls out precision ferrule design and fit specifically so that the joints do not continuously work loose, which on a two handed rod that gets rotated through hundreds of casts a day is a maintenance problem, not a theoretical one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e - Matte green for stealth with rich silver whippings. Each section carries alignment dots, which on a six piece rod is a practical feature rather than a decorative one: five joints have to line up, and a twisted ferrule loads the blank unevenly and puts the guides off axis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Fuji stripping guides. On a two handed rod the stripper takes the whole weight of the shooting line under load on every cast, so a hard, low friction insert earns its keep here more than anywhere else on the blank. It shows up as distance you did not have to work for, and as a guide that does not groove and start cutting line coating after a season of grit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Hard chrome snake guides run the length of the rod. Hard chrome is the corrosion resistant, low mass standard on salmon rods for good reason: it survives wet Atlantic weather and tidal beats, and it keeps weight off the tip sections, where added weight costs the most.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rod uses a superior grade ALPS Tri-Lock down locking reel seat. Down locking puts the reel further back toward the butt, which shifts the balance point rearward and reduces the felt swing weight of a long rod in the hands, and it is the conventional arrangement on salmon rods for exactly that reason. The Tri-Lock mechanism uses a triple lock arrangement rather than a single knurled nut, which is what keeps a heavy salmon reel clamped through a full day of casting a 15ft rod, where a simpler seat works itself loose. Ahead of and behind the seat are Gaelforce's AAAA grade slim cork handles. AAAA is the top cork selection with the fewest fills, and the slim profile matters on a two hander because both hands are wrapped around cork for thousands of casts a day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rod ships in a Cordura rod tube with a quality cloth bag. This is one of the real differences from the G+ Destination Graphene, which ships in an aluminum tube finished in Gaelforce Green with a laser engraved cap; the standard Destination gets the fabric covered tube instead, which packs lighter and softer inside a duffel. Tube length runs from 65cm on the 11ft 3in switch to 88cm on the 15ft 1in, with the midrange rods between 75cm and 85cm. That is the entire point of the range: an 88cm tube fits inside a normal checked bag, so a 15ft salmon rod travels with the rest of your luggage rather than as an oversize item handled separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGaelforce does not publish written warranty terms for its rods, so we are not going to quote you a coverage period or a fee schedule that we cannot stand behind. Rods are covered against defects in materials and workmanship, and claims are handled case by case through the dealer network. If you have a problem with a rod, get in touch with us and we will point you to the current process. Keep your receipt and keep the tube, since both make any claim simpler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-fast. 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Broadly, Gaelforce puts the 11ft 3in switch in the 380 to 500 grain band, the 11ft 9in and 12ft 9in rods around 460 to 550 grains, the 13ft 9in rods from 460 grains in the 7\/8wt up to about 710 grains in the 8\/9wt, and the 14ft 6in and 15ft 1in rods from 600 to 910 grains depending on head length. For a traditional integrated line, the \u003cstrong\u003eGaelforce Equalizer Spey Fly Line - 54ft\u003c\/strong\u003e is the rod maker's own match and the line Gaelforce lists on more Destination models than any other, running 462 through 710 grains across the 11ft 9in, 12ft 9in, 13ft 9in and 14ft 6in rods. On the two longest rods you can also step up to the \u003cstrong\u003eGaelforce Equalizer Spey Fly Line - 63ft\u003c\/strong\u003e, which covers 600 through 848 grains with a longer head, the length that suits a progressive rod with an unhurried sweep. When the water is high or cold and you need a tip and a big fly, the \u003cstrong\u003eGaelforce ESP Skagit Patriot Shooting Head\u003c\/strong\u003e runs 450 through 650 grains and is listed by Gaelforce against every single model in this range, from the 11ft 3in switch at 450gr up to the 15ft 1in at 650gr. It is a head rather than a full line, so pair it with a running line; the \u003cstrong\u003eGaelforce Equalizer Shooting Fly Line - ESL\u003c\/strong\u003e is the matched option. 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Gaelforce is the work of James Chalmers, a World Champion speycaster from northeast Scotland, and the Equalizer profile is what he is known for: a deep progressive bend that loads well down into the butt section, paired with a strong, responsive tip. That pairing is the whole point. The progressive bend gives you time to set an anchor and let a D loop build instead of punishing anything short of perfect timing, and the strong tip lifts a long line cleanly off the water and holds the rod true to plane under load, so the line goes out in a straight path rather than deflecting off to the side. The practical result is a rod that will still make a fishable cast when your stroke is a little late or a little hurried, which is most casts on most days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe stock all eleven models Gaelforce builds in this range, from an 11ft 3in 7\/8wt switch up to a 16ft 10\/11wt, and the length you pick matters more than the number printed on the blank. The 11ft 3in switch is the small-water tool, at home with hitched flies, micro tubes and dry flies on spate rivers and on the headwaters of bigger systems. The 12ft 8\/9wt is the tight-canopy rod, short enough to work under overhanging trees and to keep your profile low on a small river in low water, and it casts overhead well enough to fish from a boat. The 13ft and 13ft 6in models are the mid-river lengths, long enough to cover holding lies without putting the fly in the far bank. The 14ft 9\/10wt is the default first salmon rod for most people, comfortable with a shooting head at its 9wt rating and with a long-belly spey line at its 10wt rating. The 15ft models are the classic big-river lengths for the Tay, the Ness, the Gaula and the Restigouche, and the 16ft models are distance specialists: the 9\/10wt Clearwater Special is the long and light one, built for all-day floating-line work, and the 16ft 10\/11wt is the heavy-water rod for 1.5in copper tubes and full-sinking spey lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Equalizer blank is built from high-grade graphite, not graphene. This is the point worth being precise about, because Gaelforce also sells a G+ Equalizer Graphene series that shares the Equalizer name and the Equalizer tapers but uses a graphene-reinforced layup, carries different blank weights, and costs more. Every model in this standard range is described by Gaelforce as using its finest new graphite materials, and none of the eleven product pages makes a graphene claim. If you want the graphene blank, that is a separate listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAction\u003c\/strong\u003e - Gaelforce rates the action as progressive and the tip as strong on all eleven models, and that consistency is the signature of the series. Recovery speed is the one thing that shifts by model: the 11ft 3in switch, the 13ft 8\/9wt, the 13ft 6in, the 14ft, both 15ft models and both 16ft models are rated fast, while the 12ft 8\/9wt, the 13ft 7\/8wt and the 14ft 6in are rated medium. That is a deliberate taper decision rather than an inconsistency, and it tracks with how those rods get fished: the medium-recovery models reward a slower, more relaxed stroke and a heavier head, and the fast-recovery models suit a shorter, crisper stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine Versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e - The blank design does not restrict you to one line style. The same rod will cast a floating or sinking long-belly spey line, a Scandi or Skagit shooting head, or a multi-tip head, which is why Gaelforce publishes a different recommended line list for every model rather than a single grain number. That matters on a salmon rod you may own for a decade across changing water levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e - Published weights run 195g (6.9oz) on the 11ft 3in 7\/8wt switch, 7.25oz on the 12ft 8\/9wt, 9oz on both 13ft models, 276g (9.75oz) on the 13ft 6in 9wt, 269g (9.9oz) on the 14ft 9\/10wt, 289g (10.2oz) on the 14ft 6in, 304g (10.75oz) on the 15ft 10wt, 11.75oz on the 15ft 11wt, 12oz on the 16ft Clearwater Special and 13.35oz on the 16ft 10\/11wt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e - Matte green for low glare and low visibility, with rich silver whippings. Every section carries an alignment dot, so assembling a four-piece 15ft rod in poor light takes a glance rather than a squint down the blank, and it keeps the guides genuinely in line, which is what protects a long blank from the uneven loading a twisted joint creates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Fuji stripping guides. This is the hardest-working contact point on a two-hander, because every cast fires a long length of running line through it under load. Low friction at the stripper means more of the energy you built in the D loop actually reaches the far bank, and a hard insert will not groove and start shredding line coating after a season of grit and sand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Hard chrome snake guides run the length of the blank. Hard chrome is the durable, unglamorous choice for a salmon rod: it resists the corrosion that comes with months of rain, wet hands and tidal beats, it adds almost no weight out toward the tip where weight costs the most on a 15ft or 16ft rod, and it shrugs off the constant clatter of loop-to-loop connections and sink tips coming through on the retrieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reel seat is a superior-grade Alps Tri-Lock down-locking unit. Down-locking is the traditional and correct arrangement on a long two-hander, because it moves the reel rearward and shifts the balance point back toward your lower hand, which is what makes a 15ft rod feel manageable instead of tip-heavy. The Tri-Lock mechanism earns its place over a season: it clamps a heavy salmon reel down and keeps it there through thousands of casts, where a conventional single-ring seat works loose across a long day. Ahead of it, Gaelforce fits its finest AAAA-grade slim cork handles. AAAA is the top cork classification, with the fewest pits and fills, and the slim profile is a deliberate choice on a two-hander: both hands are on cork all day, so a slimmer grip is less tiring to hold and gives you more feel for what the blank is doing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery Equalizer ships in a Cordura rod tube with a quality cloth bag. Note that this is the fabric-covered tube, not the aluminum tube used on the G+ Graphene series, so it is lighter to carry and easier to strap to a pack, and it will take a knock in a truck bed without denting. Published tube lengths run 97cm on the 12ft, 100cm on the 13ft models, 120cm on the 14ft and 14ft 6in, 125cm on both 15ft models and 135cm on the 16ft models. 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Gaelforce sells Extreme Distance as its own catalog category, separate from the standard Equalizer rods, and James Chalmers built the range for maximum distance casting on powerful 15, 16 and 18 foot rods where wading is required or where you are casting from a platform. Most of that category is competition equipment. The Altitude and Altitude Plus carry no AFTM number at all, their line rating field reads comp, and Gaelforce states plainly that their blank design places restrictions on the type of line they suit. These two rods are the exception in the range. Gaelforce rates them #12 and #10\/11 and says the specific blank design characteristics of these modern all purpose rods do not place any restrictions on which type of line they are suited to.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat is the whole argument for buying one. Gaelforce calls them the ultimate in user friendly salmon rods and says each is equally capable of casting suitably matched floating or sinking Spey lines, shooting heads and Skagit lines, across today's modern casting techniques as well as the more traditional styles. You are not committing to one head family or to cutting a line to fit. Two genuinely different rods sit under this listing, so choose by model code and not by line number alone. The 12# is Gaelforce model GE1512, a 15 foot four piece at 11.75 ounces, and it is the one to take when you want a single rod for a big river and a long season. The 10\/11 is model GE181011, and it is an \u003cstrong\u003e18 foot\u003c\/strong\u003e rod rather than a 15 foot one, the longest blank in the Extreme Distance range at 14.75 ounces, built for the widest water, deep wading, and the mending and line control reach that a shorter rod simply cannot buy you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraphite, Not Graphene\u003c\/strong\u003e - Both rods use what Gaelforce calls the finest new graphite materials. Neither is a graphene blank. Gaelforce runs an entirely separate G Plus Extreme Distance Graphene category on 15ft 1in blanks with model names like Boomer, Beast and Weapon, so if you are cross shopping two Gaelforce rods that both say Extreme Distance, the model code is what tells them apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAction, Recovery and Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e - Gaelforce rates its rods on three fields rather than one action word, and both of these read progressive, fast, strong. Progressive here means a deep flex running into the butt section rather than a bend that stays in the top third, which is what gives you the range of loading a fishing rod needs when you are switching between a floating Spey line and a sunk tip. Fast is the recovery rating, and Gaelforce ties it directly to consistent efficient casting: a blank that stops moving quickly puts fewer waves into the line at the moment the loop forms. Strong is the tip rating, and it does two jobs. It lifts the line easily from the water without side deflection, so the anchor sets where you aimed rather than where the tip wandered, and combined with the deep progressive action it is what makes playing a heavy fish on a long rod pleasant rather than a wrestling match.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine Rating and Versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e - The 15ft is rated #12 and the 18ft is rated #10\/11. Gaelforce publishes an AFTM number for both, which inside the Extreme Distance range is the marker of a fishing rod rather than a competition rod. It also means you can line either one from the shelf rather than tuning a competition head down to a grain window.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight and Balance\u003c\/strong\u003e - Gaelforce lists the 15ft 12# at 11.75 ounces and the 18ft 10\/11 at 14.75 ounces, and describes both as strong, light in hand and very well balanced. On rods this long, balanced matters more than the bare number: a three ounce spread between the two models is small next to the difference a correctly weighted reel makes at the butt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e - Matt green blanks with rich silver whippings, and alignment dots on every section for easy accurate assembly. On a four piece rod at 15 or 18 feet, those dots are the difference between guides that are genuinely in line and guides that are close enough to load the blank unevenly all day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Fuji stripper guides. On a two hander this is the hardest working component on the rod, because every cast fires the entire running line through it at the highest line speed you can generate. A hard, low friction insert is the difference between a head carrying its full potential distance and losing several feet to drag at the stripper, and it will not groove and start cutting the coating off a shooting line after a season of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Hard chrome snakes run the length of the blank. Hard chrome is the corrosion resistant, low mass standard on salmon rods: it survives wet Atlantic weather and tidal beats, and it keeps weight off the tip sections, which on an 18 foot blank asked to recover very quickly is exactly where added mass costs you the most.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth rods use a superior grade Alps Tri Lock down locking reel seat. Down locking moves the reel rearward and shifts the balance point back toward your lower hand, which is the conventional arrangement on salmon rods and the reason a long rod feels controllable rather than tip heavy. The Tri Lock mechanism uses a triple lock arrangement instead of a single knurled nut, so a heavy salmon reel stays clamped through a full day of casting instead of working itself loose. Ahead of and behind the seat are Gaelforce's finest AAAA grade slim cork handles. AAAA is the top cork classification, with the fewest pits and fills, and the slim profile matters on a two hander because both hands stay wrapped around cork for hundreds of casts at a stretch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach rod ships in a cordura rod tube with a quality cloth bag. This is the fabric covered tube Gaelforce uses across its standard ranges, not the aluminum Gaelforce Green tube with the laser engraved cap that comes on the G Plus Graphene rods, so it is lighter to carry and it takes a knock without denting. Tube length is published per model and the two are not close: 125cm for the 15ft 12#, and 150cm for the 18ft 10\/11. Check the longer figure against your airline and your vehicle before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGaelforce does not publish written warranty terms for its rods, so we are not going to quote you a coverage period or a fee schedule that we cannot stand behind. Rods are covered against defects in materials and workmanship, and claims are handled case by case through the dealer network. If you have a problem with a rod, get in touch with us and we will point you to the current process. Keep your receipt and keep the tube, since both make any claim simpler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Progressive, with fast recovery and a strong tip. These are Gaelforce's own three rating fields, and both models carry the same trio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atlantic salmon and steelhead on big water, long range fishing where wading is deep or you are casting from a platform, and distance casting practice. Both models handle floating and sinking Spey lines, shooting heads and Skagit lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full two handed Spey, AAAA grade slim cork, down locking seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced to expert. These are user friendly by Extreme Distance standards, but they are still 15 and 18 foot salmon rods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine Weight Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e #12 on the 15ft, #10\/11 on the 18ft. Gaelforce places no restriction on line type for either\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15ft 12# Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gaelforce GE1512, 15ft, 4 piece, 11.75oz, 125cm tube. Our SKU is SKU-GF1512ED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10\/11 Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gaelforce GE181011, \u003cstrong\u003e18ft\u003c\/strong\u003e, 4 piece, 14.75oz, 150cm tube. Our SKU is SKU-GF181011ED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlank Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graphite. Neither model is one of the G Plus Graphene rods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComponents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fuji stripper guides, hard chrome snakes, Alps Tri Lock down locking reel seat, AAAA grade slim cork, alignment dots on every section, matt green finish with rich silver whippings, cordura tube and cloth bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGaelforce publishes a different line list for each of these two rods, which is worth paying attention to given how far apart they are in length. Because neither blank restricts line type, everything below is a starting point rather than a requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGaelforce Equalizer Extreme Distance Head\u003c\/strong\u003e - The EED80 Lite, 80 feet and 1234 grains, and the one line Gaelforce lists on both of these rods' own product pages. It is a one piece line whose profiling is built for fine tuning in length and weight by custom cutting from the rear, which does not alter its performance characteristics, and its very supple proprietary coating is what lets it hold shape in flight at high line speed instead of collapsing the loop. Start here on either model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGaelforce Equalizer Weapon Extreme Distance Head\u003c\/strong\u003e - Our listing for the longer heads in the family, sold by grain weight. The 1420 grain option is the 85 foot head at 92 grams and the 1466 grain option is the 90 foot head at 95 grams, and Gaelforce lists both of them on the 18ft 10\/11 page specifically. It does not list either on the 15ft. If you bought the 18 footer to fish the biggest water you can find, this is where the extra length gets used.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGaelforce Equalizer Stormer Extreme Distance Overhead\u003c\/strong\u003e - An 848 grain, 65 foot head, and the second line Gaelforce publishes for the 15ft 12# rather than the 18ft. It is the overhead distance head: a new front taper combined with a supple front profile mix, built to turn over when the wind is strong and shifting, and it fishes straight out of the box with no cutting. Gaelforce also points it at anglers fishing long dry line heads on slick shooting line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGaelforce Equalizer Spey Fly Line 63ft\u003c\/strong\u003e - The option the Altitude owner does not get. This is a full length 63 foot head Spey line in Gaelforce's own AFTM sizes, and we stock it at 802 grains in #10\/11 and 848 grains in #11\/12, which lines the 18 footer and the 15ft 12# respectively. If you want a traditional long belly presentation rather than a cut shooting head, this is the line that makes the no restrictions claim real.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Extreme Distance heads are shooting heads and none of them fishes without a running line behind it. The \u003cstrong\u003eGaelforce Equalizer Shooting Fly Line ESL\u003c\/strong\u003e is the matched option, with a super slick coating carrying a slickening agent that migrates to the surface for prolonged shooting qualities, a memory free and tangle free core, and compact loops front and rear. 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Every model breaks down into six sections, so the longest tube in the range is 85cm and the shortest is 66cm, which is the difference between a rod that goes in your suitcase and a rod that becomes a separate conversation with the airline at check-in. Gaelforce is a Scottish company run by James Chalmers, a world champion spey caster who has fished Atlantic salmon for over forty years, and the Destination is his answer to the trip where the rod has to arrive with you. The G+ version takes the proven Destination tapers and rebuilds them with graphene in the blank, which is where the performance argument lives: a six piece rod normally pays for its portability in swing weight and in mushy recovery through the extra ferrules, and graphene is what Gaelforce uses to buy that back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not confuse this with the Gaelforce Equalizer. The two ranges share components, finish and a family resemblance in feel, but they are different rods: the G+ Equalizer Graphene is a four piece built on the Equalizer taper, and the G+ Destination Graphene is a six piece built on the Destination taper. Gaelforce says as much in its own copy for each series. We stock the Destination Graphene from an 11ft 3in 5\/6wt switch through a 15ft 1in 10\/11wt, so it covers trout and summer steelhead work at the light end and heavy water Atlantic salmon at the top, and the shorter switch models double as an overhead rod when the run is too tight to sweep.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraphene Reinforcement\u003c\/strong\u003e - The G+ blanks are built with graphene worked into the carbon and resin structure. Chalmers tested the series over a year before release and reports three specific outcomes: reduced swing weight, significantly faster recovery, and improved straight line tracking through the forward stroke. All three matter more on a six piece than they would on a four piece, because each additional ferrule adds mass out along the blank and a place for the rod to lose energy. Gaelforce also calls out a noticeable reduction in tip rebound, which is the small oscillation left in the tip after the stop, the thing that puts waves in a long head and opens a loop that should have stayed tight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDestination Taper\u003c\/strong\u003e - The action is progressive with a strong tip, which is the Destination signature rather than a graphene one. The tip is stiff enough to lift a long belly or a sunk head off the water without deflecting sideways, and the rod then loads well down into the butt through the sweep, so the D loop forms on a rhythm you can feel instead of one you have to time blind. The exact character shifts by model and Gaelforce publishes it per rod: the 11ft 3in 5\/6wt and the 14ft 6in 8\/9wt are deep progressive with fast recovery, the 15ft 8\/9wt is deep progressive with medium recovery and is the most relaxed rod in the range, and the 12ft 9in 7\/8wt runs progressive with medium recovery. The rest are progressive with fast recovery. Every model in the range carries a strong tip rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e - Matte green with silver whippings, and a G+ logo on the butt section. Each section carries alignment dots, which on a six piece rod is a practical feature rather than a decorative one: five joints have to line up correctly, and a twisted ferrule loads the blank unevenly and puts the guides off axis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Fuji stripping guides. On a two handed rod the stripper takes the whole shooting line under load on every cast, so a hard, low friction insert is worth more here than anywhere else on the blank. It shows up as distance you did not have to work for, and as a guide that does not groove and start cutting line coating after a season of grit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Hard chrome snake guides run the length of the rod. Hard chrome is the corrosion resistant, low mass standard for salmon rods for good reason: it survives wet Atlantic weather and tidal beats, and it keeps weight off the tip sections, which is the same weight the graphene was added to remove.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rod uses a superior grade ALPS Tri-Lock down locking reel seat. Down locking puts the reel further back toward the butt, which shifts the balance point rearward and reduces the felt swing weight of a long rod in the hands, and it is the conventional arrangement on salmon rods for exactly that reason. The Tri-Lock mechanism uses a triple lock arrangement rather than a single knurled nut, which is what keeps a heavy salmon reel clamped through a full day of casting a 15ft rod, where a simpler seat works itself loose. Ahead of and behind the seat are Gaelforce's AAAA Flor grade slim cork handles. Flor grade is the top cork selection with the fewest fills, and the slim profile matters on a two hander because both hands are wrapped around cork for thousands of casts a day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rod ships in an aluminum tube finished in Gaelforce Green with a laser engraved rod cap, along with a cloth bag with rod identification on it. Tube length runs from 66cm on the 11ft 3in switch models to 85cm on the 15ft and 15ft 1in rods. That is the point of the whole range: an 85cm tube fits inside a normal checked bag, so a 15ft salmon rod travels without an oversize surcharge and without being handled separately from the rest of your luggage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGaelforce does not publish written warranty terms for its rods, so we are not going to quote you a coverage period or a fee schedule that we cannot stand behind. Rods are covered against defects in materials and workmanship, and claims are handled case by case through the dealer network. If you have a problem with a rod, get in touch with us and we will point you to the current process. Keep your receipt and keep the tube, since both make any claim simpler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Progressive with a strong tip; deep progressive on the 11ft 3in 5\/6wt, 14ft 6in 8\/9wt and 15ft 8\/9wt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atlantic salmon and steelhead on the swing, and traveling to fish for them; equally suited to floating or sinking spey lines, shooting heads and Skagit heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e AAAA Flor grade slim cork, full two handed spey grips on the 11ft 9in and longer, switch grips on the 11ft 3in models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced to Expert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine Weight Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\/6wt through 10\/11wt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePiece Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 piece, every model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModels and Weights:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11ft 3in switch in 5\/6wt (195g), 6\/7wt (198g) and 7\/8wt (200g); 11ft 9in 8\/9wt (202g); 12ft 9in in 7\/8wt (235g) and 8\/9wt (240g); 13ft 9in in 7\/8wt (256g) and 8\/9wt (263g); 14ft 6in in 8\/9wt (276g) and 9\/10wt (286g); 15ft 8\/9wt (306g); 15ft 1in 10\/11wt (318g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTube Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 66cm on the 11ft 3in, 69cm on the 11ft 9in, 73cm on the 12ft 9in, 78cm on the 13ft 9in, 83cm on the 14ft 6in, 85cm on the 15ft and 15ft 1in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fuji stripping guides, hard chrome snakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReel Seat:\u003c\/strong\u003e ALPS Tri-Lock down locking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matte green with silver whippings, alignment dots on every section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGaelforce publishes a line chart for each model, and the numbers move a long way across this range, so buy to the grain weight for your rod rather than to the line number printed on the blank. Broadly, Gaelforce puts the 11ft 3in switches in the 280 to 450 grain band, the 11ft 9in and 12ft 9in rods around 425 to 550 grains, the 13ft 9in and 14ft 6in rods around 550 to 800 grains, and the 15ft 1in 10\/11wt at 650 to 910 grains depending on head length. For the switch and short spey models, the \u003cstrong\u003eGaelforce Equalizer ESSS Switch \u0026amp; Short Spey Line\u003c\/strong\u003e is the rod maker's own match, an integrated 33ft head in 4\/5 through 9\/10 that Gaelforce lists against every 11ft 3in and 11ft 9in Destination. For the long rods on floating line swings, the \u003cstrong\u003eGaelforce Equalizer Spey Fly Line - 63ft\u003c\/strong\u003e covers 600 through 848 grains with a 63ft head, which is the length that suits a progressive rod with an unhurried sweep and lets you fish a long line without the running line ever reaching the tip. 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Gaelforce is the work of James Chalmers, a World Champion speycaster from northeast Scotland who has fished Atlantic salmon for more than four decades, and the Equalizer taper is the family he is known for. The G+ generation keeps that taper and rebuilds the blank with graphene, which Gaelforce calls the strongest and lightest material ever used in a fly rod. What that buys is not a stiffer rod but a quieter one: less swing weight in the hand, faster recovery after the stop, straighter tracking through the forward stroke, and a noticeable reduction in tip rebound, which is the small oscillation that opens loops and costs distance on the longest casts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe carry the range across nineteen models, from an 11ft 3in switch in 5\/6wt up to a 16ft in 10\/11wt, and the length you choose is the real decision here rather than the line number on the blank. The 11ft 3in switch models are the compact end, light enough to fish overhead with one hand and short enough for a boat or a wooded bank. The 12ft to 13ft 6in rods are the modern all-round salmon and steelhead lengths, comfortable with Skagit heads and sink tips and short enough to fish comfortably from a wading position. The 14ft to 15ft rods are the traditional Scottish and Scandinavian floating-line lengths, where the extra reach is what mends a long line across conflicting currents and holds a controlled swing over a wide run. The 16ft models are big-water specialists for high spring water and heavy flows where line control at range is the entire game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe G+ blank blends the proven Equalizer tapers with a graphene-reinforced carbon layup. Gaelforce describes the resulting profile as a strong tip combined with a deep progressive action and a lightning-quick recovery, and both halves of that matter on a swung fly. The progressive bend means the rod loads well down into the blank during the sweep, so it tells you where it is in the stroke and gives you time to set an anchor and let the D-loop form, rather than punishing anything short of perfect timing. The strong tip is what turns that stored energy into a tight, stable loop and what gives you the lift to move a long line and a sink tip off the water on the next cast. Recovery speed shifts slightly by model: Gaelforce rates the 12ft and 15ft blanks as medium recovery and the 14ft and 16ft blanks as fast, which is a taper decision rather than an inconsistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwing Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e - Graphene does its most useful work here. Blank weights run 190g (6.75oz) on the 11ft 3in 7\/8wt switch, 201g (7oz) on the 12ft 8\/9wt, 233g to 240g (8.5oz) on the 13ft models, 269g (9.5oz) on the 14ft 9\/10wt, 283g (10oz) on the 15ft 8\/9wt and 338g (11.95oz) on the 16ft 10\/11wt. On a rod you will cast several hundred times in a day, a lighter tip section is the difference between fishing the last hour properly and fishing it out of habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e - Matte green with rich silver whippings and a G+ logo on every rod in the series. Every section carries an alignment dot, so assembling a four-piece 15ft rod in bad light takes a glance instead of a squint down the blank, and it keeps the guides genuinely in line, which is what protects a long blank from the uneven loading a twisted joint creates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Fuji stripping guides. This is the first and hardest contact point on a two-hander, because every cast fires a long length of running line through it under load. Fuji frames and inserts are the standard the rest of the industry is measured against for a reason: low friction at the stripper means more of the energy you built in the D-loop actually reaches the far bank, and a hard insert will not groove and start shredding line coating after a season of grit and glacial silt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Hard-chrome snake guides run the length of the blank. Hard chrome is the durable, unglamorous choice for a salmon rod: it resists the corrosion that comes with months of rain, wet hands and tidal beats, it adds almost no weight out toward the tip where weight costs the most on a 15ft rod, and it takes the constant clatter of loop-to-loop connections and sink tips coming through on the retrieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reel seat is a superior-grade ALPS Tri-Lock down-locking unit. Down-locking is the traditional and correct arrangement on a long two-hander, because it moves the reel rearward and shifts the balance point back toward your lower hand, which is what makes a 15ft rod feel manageable rather than tip-heavy. The Tri-Lock mechanism is the part that earns its place over a season: it clamps a heavy salmon reel down and keeps it there through thousands of casts, where a conventional single-ring seat works loose across a long day. Ahead of it, Gaelforce fits AAAA Flor Grade slim cork handles. Flor grade is the top cork classification, with the fewest pits and fills, and the slim profile is deliberate on a two-hander: both hands are on cork for the entire day, and a slimmer grip is less tiring to hold and gives you more feel for what the blank is doing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery G+ Equalizer Graphene ships in an aluminum rod tube finished in Gaelforce Green with a laser-engraved rod cap, along with a high-quality cloth bag with rod identification on the sleeves. Tube length runs from 97cm on the 11ft 3in switch to 131cm on the 16ft, so check the number against your travel plans before you book a flight with the longest models. The named sleeves are the practical detail worth calling out: when you own more than one long four-piece rod, sorting sections by eye in a truck bed at first light does not work, and printed identification does.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGaelforce does not publish written warranty terms for the G+ Equalizer Graphene series, so we are not going to quote you a fee schedule or a coverage period that we cannot stand behind. Rods are covered against defects in materials and workmanship, and claims are handled case by case through the dealer network. If you have a problem with a rod, get in touch with us and we will point you to the current process. Keep your receipt and keep the tube, since both make any claim simpler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast, with a deep progressive bend and a strong tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atlantic salmon and steelhead on large rivers; swinging traditional salmon flies, tubes and intruders with floating lines, multi-tips and Skagit heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-handed spey, AAAA Flor Grade slim cork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced to Expert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine Weight Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\/6wt through 10\/11wt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11ft 3in, 12ft, 12ft 6in, 13ft, 13ft 6in, 14ft, 14ft 6in, 15ft and 16ft, all 4 piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlank Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 190g (6.75oz) at 11ft 3in 7\/8wt up to 338g (11.95oz) at 16ft 10\/11wt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTube Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 97cm to 131cm depending on model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComponents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fuji stripping guides, hard-chrome snake guides, ALPS Tri-Lock down-locking reel seat, alignment dots, matte green blank with silver whippings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrain Guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gaelforce publishes line weights per model. Representative figures: 425-500gr on the 11ft 3in 7\/8wt switch; 462-500gr on the 12ft 8\/9wt; 425gr for a 33ft short spey head through 586gr for a 49ft extended head on the 13ft 7\/8wt; 508-756gr on the 14ft 9\/10wt depending on head length; 642-756gr on the 15ft 8\/9wt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA two-hander is bought to a grain number, not to the line weight printed on the blank, and on this range the grain window moves with both length and head length. Gaelforce publishes a recommended line chart for every model in the series, and we stock the Gaelforce line range alongside the rods, so you can match that chart exactly instead of approximating it with a substitute head. Find your model on the chart, then buy to the grain weight and the head length together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGaelforce Equalizer ESSS Switch \u0026amp; Short Spey Line\u003c\/strong\u003e - A 33ft head, and the natural partner for the 11ft 3in switch models and for short-head work on the 12ft through 14ft rods. It is sold by line weight rather than by grains, in 4\/5 through 9\/10, and the Gaelforce chart puts the 7\/8 at 425gr, the 8\/9 at 470gr and the 9\/10 at 508gr, which are the exact figures listed for the 12ft 8\/9wt and the 14ft 9\/10wt. The taper is built to hold loop shape through the whole head and resist sag, which is what a short head has to do to turn over at range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGaelforce ESP Skagit Patriot Shooting Head\u003c\/strong\u003e - The 24ft Skagit head for heavy sink tips, tube flies and cold high water. 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Registration and warranty support are handled directly through Greys.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action: \u003c\/strong\u003eFast\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg class=\"max-w-full h-auto\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" alt=\"fast-action.gif\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level: \u003c\/strong\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg class=\"max-w-full h-auto\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\" alt=\"int-exp.gif\" width=\"300\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip: \u003c\/strong\u003eAAA-grade cork\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for: Two-Handed applications, Searun Trout, Salmon, Steelhead\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Lines:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"text-primary underline product-item__title link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tridentflyfishing.com\/products\/scientific-anglers-integrated-switch-fly-line?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=b4344d6ed\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eScientific Anglers Integrated Switch Fly Line\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Greys","offers":[{"title":"6wt \/ 11ft 1in","offer_id":48477662085353,"sku":"SKU043388486004","price":379.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7wt \/ 11ft 1in","offer_id":48477662118121,"sku":"SKU043388486011","price":379.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 11ft 1in","offer_id":48477662150889,"sku":"SKU043388486028","price":379.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/greys-rods-greys-kite-switch-fly-rod-1220795437.jpg?v=1770935229"},{"product_id":"greys-wing-travel-fly-rod","title":"Greys Wing Travel Fly Rod","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Greys Wing Travel Fly Rod exists for the trip where the rod tube is the problem. 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A solid guide configuration, the Ceramic Lined Stripping Guides and Hard Chrome Snake Guides combine to further enhance the castability of this rod series. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom-Designed Lightweight Reel Seat \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e- Made with a Hardy custom design and a focus on a lightweight feel, the Aydon’s reel seat remains durable for years without bogging the rod down. And with a dual-uplocking reel seat, you can put confidence in the fact that you won’t be spending all afternoon tightening the locking rings. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eReady for travel–whether that’s a busy airport or a tight trail en route to this week’s home base–Hardy equips their Aydon Rods in a tough rod tube. Unlike most rod tubes, this one features a squared shape for further ease of storage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs of October 2022, Hardy’s Aydon Fly Rods are covered by their Worldwide Extended Warranty. This warranty is pretty straightforward, and for $75, it covers the repair or replacement of your rod. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Medium-Fast action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/med-action.jpg?v=1791230262\" width=\"300\" height=\"136\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Nymphs, Dry Flies, and Streamers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/dry-nym-sm.jpg?v=1791230250\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Reversed Half-Wells\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/rhw.jpg?v=1791230268\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Intermediate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\" width=\"300\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-amplitude-mpx-fly-line\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eScientific Anglers Amplitude MPX Fly Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rio-creek-premier-fly-line\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRio Creek Premier Fly Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hardy","offers":[{"title":"3wt \/ 7ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477679583465,"sku":"SKU043388488220","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4wt \/ 8ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477679649001,"sku":"SKU043388488244","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 8ft 6in \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477679681769,"sku":"SKU043388488251","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 9ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477679747305,"sku":"SKU043388488275","price":575.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 10ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477679911145,"sku":"SKU043388488343","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 7ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477679616233,"sku":"SKU043388488237","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 8ft 6in \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477679714537,"sku":"SKU043388488268","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477679780073,"sku":"SKU043388488282","price":575.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5wt \/ 10ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477679943913,"sku":"SKU043388488350","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477679812841,"sku":"SKU043388488299","price":575.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft 6in \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477680074985,"sku":"SKU043388488329","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477679976681,"sku":"SKU043388488367","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477679845609,"sku":"SKU043388488305","price":575.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft 6in \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477680107753,"sku":"SKU043388488336","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477680009449,"sku":"SKU043388488374","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477679878377,"sku":"SKU043388488312","price":575.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477680042217,"sku":"SKU043388488381","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/Hardy_Aydon_Fly_Rod-No-Watermark-JPG01.png?v=1787923262"},{"product_id":"hardy-aydon-spey-rod","title":"Hardy Aydon Spey Rod","description":"\u003cp\u003eHardy's Aydon Spey Rod is made for anglers who appreciate balance as much as power, while understanding that a keystone for performance lies in how a rod feels as much as what it can do. Designed as part of the Aydon series, this two-handed platform blends smooth loading, controlled recovery, and effortless casting into a rod that excels across both anchored and overhead techniques. Whether you’re swinging flies through varied runs or covering water methodically with precision-based casts, the Aydon Spey offers an excellent angling experience. Lightweight in hand yet authoritative through the cast, this rod delivers the kind of performance that lets you fish longer, cast cleaner, and stay connected to every movement of the swing, step, cast cycle. Built on Hardy’s proprietary SINTRIX® carbon platform, the Aydon gains top-notch strength-to-weight efficiency, allowing it to recover faster, cast cleaner, and maximize your swing throughout a wide range of water types and depths. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSINTRIX Multi-Modulus Carbon Fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e – The Aydon’s blank is constructed using Hardy’s proprietary SINTRIX carbon technology, which incorporates 3M nano-silica resin to strengthen the carbon matrix at a microscopic level. This allows the rod to resist compression, increase overall durability, and reduce weight without sacrificing power. The result is a lighter, stronger blank with faster recovery and improved control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHard Chrome Single-Foot Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e – Durable, lightweight, and tuned for smooth line flow during both Skagit and Scandi-style casting, Hardy's choice of Hard Chrome Single-Foot Guides is a solid complement to the Aydon's performance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCeramic-Lined Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e – The Aydon's Ceramic-Lined Stripping Guides are lightweight, durable, and designed to reduce friction while allowing for effortless shooting, especially when managing long two-hand casts. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Lightweight Full Alloy Reel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed for strength without excess weight, the Aydon’s reel seat features a keyed slide band for easy alignment and secure locking, no matter how fresh the steel that just bit was. Cleanly machined and purpose-built, this reel seat complements the rod’s balanced feel while maintaining durability for long sessions on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHardy's Aydon Rod is packaged in a durable rod tube designed for easy transport and protection, making it well-suited for both local outings and destination fishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs of December 2025, Hardy’s Aydon Rods are covered by their Worldwide Extended Warranty. This warranty is pretty straightforward, and for $75, it covers the repair or replacement of your rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action: Medium Fast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for: Two-hand applications, Searun trout, Steelhead, Salmon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip: Spey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level: Intermediate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Lines: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"text-primary underline product-item__title link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tridentflyfishing.com\/products\/scientific-anglers-integrated-switch-fly-line?_pos=4\u0026amp;_sid=10327e579\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eScientific Anglers Integrated Switch Fly Line\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hardy","offers":[{"title":"5\/6wt \/ 11ft","offer_id":49103045296361,"sku":"SKU043388488398","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6\/7wt \/ 11ft","offer_id":49103045329129,"sku":"SKU043388488404","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7\/8wt \/ 11ft","offer_id":49103045361897,"sku":"SKU043388488411","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8\/9wt \/ 12ft 9in","offer_id":48477680206057,"sku":"SKU043388488435","price":825.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9\/10wt \/ 13ft 9in","offer_id":48477680238825,"sku":"SKU043388488442","price":875.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10\/11wt \/ 14ft 9in","offer_id":48477680271593,"sku":"SKU043388488459","price":925.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/hardy-rods-hardy-aydon-spey-rod-1199940360.jpg?v=1761745456"},{"product_id":"hardy-aydon-travel-fly-rod","title":"Hardy Aydon Travel Fly Rod","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=QPXNO0L]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-content-type=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-pb-style=\"QPXNO0L\" data-element=\"inner\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-enable-parallax=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"html\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiweek backpacking trips that spend the majority of their length crossing blue lines filled with trout, trips into the backcountry surrounded by alpine lakes, busy airports and busses where space and convenience are crucial, no matter where the road takes you, Hardy has you covered with their Aydon Travel Rod. As its name implies, the Aydon Travel is designed for adventure, and it features a compact 6-piece design for ease of carrying. Combining exceptional performance with all of the versatility that you need, the Aydon Travel is a series of rods designed with equal parts power, precision, and fast recovery. The Aydon Travel pairs a lightweight feel with top-notch componentry like its Sintrix carbon fibre blank and custom-designed reel seat, giving the angler a reliable rod that can be cast all day long. 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Unlike most rod tubes, this one features a squared shape for further ease of storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs of October 2022, Hardy’s Aydon Travel Fly Rods are covered by their Worldwide Extended Warranty. 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Designed with the versatility needed to tackle any conditions you face, Hardy's new Marksman Fly Rod has everything that you need whether you're fishing on a day that's the rule or the exception. Made with a medium-fast action and Hardy's Sintrix technology that's been applied to an updated mandrel design, this rod makes for smooth casting, quick recovery, and the power that you need to create tight loops, hit far targets, and quickly bring in those trophy fish. And to ensure that you always have exactly what the day calls for, Hardy makes their Marksman family of rods in a ton of different lengths and line weights-from a 10' 4-weight that's perfect for tight line nymphing to a 9'6 8-weight that's ready for freshly-run steel or hefty pike, the Marksman has an option for it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSintrix\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Marksman series begins with Hardy's Sintrix blank and a medium-fast action that gives the angler smooth casting, quick recovery, and just the right line speed. Hardy's Sintrix technology combines a high-modulus carbon fibre with a rapid taper and an updated mandrel design to give you an ultra-smooth rod that can throw a tight loop into the wind, yet still maintain solid feel when casting up close. And with the Sintrix tech, you also get outstanding durability as a result of microscopic silica spheres that encompass each carbon fibre filament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the Marksman Rods were built around performance, Hardy also outfits them with a subtle look that you're sure to love. With an olive green color to the blank-equipped with an elegant reel seat-and contrasting thread wraps, this rod has a timeless look that just won't go out of style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCeramic Lined Titanium Framed Stripper Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Combining a ceramic lining with a titanium construction, these stripper guides give excellent line slickness as well as a super-tough design that can handle rugged trails and long days with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitanium Recoil Intermediate Snake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Designed to be lightweight with serious durability, these titanium Recoil Snake Guides stand up to it all. Their Recoil construction allows them to take a beating and immediately spring back into action, while their lightweight construction prevents your rod from feeling too heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom-Designed Lightweight Reel Seat - For their Marksman Rods, Hardy has created an all-new custom-designed reel seat. This reel seat is centered around weight reduction while keeping your reel strongly secured all day long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom bumpy car rides that take you to that hidden stream to flights en route to the Great Lakes tribs, you'll be able to rest easily knowing that your Marksman Rod is safe and sound inside of a lightweight Hardy aluminum rod tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs of August 2023, Hardy's Marksman Fly Rods are covered by their Worldwide Extended Warranty. This warranty is pretty straightforward, and for $75, it covers the repair or replacement of your rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRod Action: Fast action\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for: Nymphs, Streamers, Dry Flies, Wet Flies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/dry-sm.jpg?v=1791230251\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrip: Reverse Half-Wells (line weights 3 through 6)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/rhw.jpg?v=1791230268\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Wells w\/ Fighting Butt (line weights 6 through 8)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbility Level: Intermediate (learn more)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\" width=\"300\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca tabindex=\"-1\" href=\"\/products\/rio-premier-streamer-tip-fly-line\"\u003eRio Premier Streamer Tip Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca tabindex=\"-1\" href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-amplitude-smooth-trout-fly-line\"\u003eScientific Anglers Amplitude Smooth Trout Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hardy","offers":[{"title":"3wt \/ 8ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477681811689,"sku":"SKU043388134455","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4wt \/ 8ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477681844457,"sku":"SKU043388134462","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 8ft 6in \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477681877225,"sku":"SKU043388134479","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 9ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477681942761,"sku":"SKU043388134493","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 10ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477681647849,"sku":"SKU043388134561","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 8ft 6in \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477681909993,"sku":"SKU043388134486","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477681975529,"sku":"SKU043388134509","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 10ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477681680617,"sku":"SKU043388134578","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48477682106601,"sku":"SKU043388134516","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft 6in \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477682008297,"sku":"SKU043388134530","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48477681713385,"sku":"SKU043388134585","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting 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data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"html\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eReplacing and building on their Wraith series of rods, Hardy’s Ultralite X Family picks up where those left off to provide you with a super-fast high-performance fly rod. Crafted with a rapid taper, the Ultralite X is a fast rod with enough power to throw long casts, chuck big flies when necessary, and handle windy and inclement weather. Yet, unlike other super-fast rods, it still has enough “feel” to let you enjoy those short casts to fish rising in front of you. Made with Hardy’s Sintrix NSX and a high modulus carbon fiber, the Ultralite X series provides excellent durability and a very lightweight feel, making this a solid tool for those streams that require you to scramble down a mountainside before you get to make your first cast. Ceracoil stripper guides and Recoil snake guides only further strengthen that point. The Ultralite X Rods are made in line weights 5 through 8 to let you find the perfect option whether you’re looking to cast heavy nymph rigs at hefty trout or throw massive streamers at pike laid up in the weeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSintrix \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e- Hardy utilizes their Sintrix NSX to create the blanks on their Ultralite X Rods. Their Sintrix NSX combines with a high modulus carbon fiber and rapid taper to give you an ultra-fast rod that can throw a tight loop into the wind, yet still maintain feel when casting up close. And with the Sintrix tech, you also get outstanding durability as a result of microscopic silica spheres that encompass each carbon fiber filament.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTo finish this blank off, Hardy has a contrasting graphite section near the cork of the rod, which then extends into a metallic red blank. While this might be an unconventional look to a blank, to paraphrase Ben, it’s one that just might remind you of a very fast sports car, which complements the fast action of this rod perfectly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCeracoil Stripper Guides - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTo maintain high-quality componentry, the Ultralite X Rods are outfitted with Ceracoil Stripper Guides. A benchmark of durability, these guides resist damage and corrosion while providing excellent slickness and shootability of your line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecoil Snake Guides - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMade to be just as durable and slick as the Ceracoil Stripper Guides, these Recoil Snake Guides are super high-quality and will resist corrosion while also preventing them from bending out over time. Just like the Sintrix NSX blank, these guides can stand up to long days on the water and the random drop that seems oh-so-common when traversing rough trails and rocky creek beds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Up-Locking Reel Seat \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e- Hardy makes these rods with a nice carbon up-locking reel seat. The carbon construction is super lightweight and durable, and the up-locking construction keeps your reel seated just where you want it all day long. And to add a classy touch to this reel seat, Hardy equips it with a burled wood insert that looks as good in your hand as it does on the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFor safe storage everywhere you take it, Hardy equips this series of rods with an aluminum rod tube. Not only is this tube bombproof, but it features a clean Hardy logo that looks great whether it’s stored on your rack at home or sitting at the bottom of the drift boat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs of July 2022, Hardy’s Ultralite X Fly Rods are covered by their Worldwide Extended Warranty. This warranty is pretty straightforward, and for $75, it covers the repair or replacement of your rod.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Fast action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" alt=\"Fast Action\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Nymphs, Dry flies, and Streamers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/dry-nym-sm.jpg?v=1791230250\" alt=\"Best for Nymphs, Dry flies, and Streamers\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Reversed Half Wells\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/rhw.jpg?v=1791230268\" alt=\"Reversed Half Wells Grip\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Advanced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/adv-exp.jpg?v=1791230237\" alt=\"Advanced Ability Level\" width=\"299\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-amplitude-mpx-fly-line\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eScientific Anglers Amplitude MPX Fly Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/search?q=rio%20grand%20elite%20fly%20line\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRio Grand Elite Fly Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hardy","offers":[{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477685219561,"sku":"SKU043388467812","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477685285097,"sku":"SKU043388467829","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477685317865,"sku":"SKU043388467836","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft 6in","offer_id":48477685252329,"sku":"SKU043388467850","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48477685154025,"sku":"SKU043388467867","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477685350633,"sku":"SKU043388467843","price":795.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48477685186793,"sku":"SKU043388467874","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/hardy-rods-hardy-ultralite-x-fly-rod-1199964161.jpg?v=1761750251"},{"product_id":"lamson-radius-fly-rod","title":"Lamson Radius Fly Rod","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Lamson Radius Fly Rod is the rod for anglers who know Lamson for reels and have never had one of their blanks in hand. Lamson designed the Radius as a departure from the rest of their rod line, built to enhance your feel and connection to the cast rather than to solve one narrow problem, and the result is a medium-fast four piece that flexes deep and recovers quickly. That pairing is what makes it easy to fish for a full day: enough flex to feel the rod load on a short cast to a rising fish, enough recovery to turn over a Clouser along a bass bank or drop a popper next to a laydown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe series runs 3wt through 8wt in three lengths, so the same medium-fast feel shows up in a short technical dry fly stick, a standard all-day 9ft, and a long rod built for reach and mending. Lamson categorizes the Radius as a freshwater rod and does not list it among their saltwater models, so plan on trout, bass, panfish and other freshwater work rather than the flats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Modulus Blank\u003c\/strong\u003e - Lamson builds the Radius on a multi-modulus blank and rates every model in the series medium to medium-fast. Blending modulus levels through the taper is what lets the rod bend well down into the mid-section without going mushy at the tip, which is the deeper flex plus quick recovery combination Lamson was after. In practice that means you feel the rod load on 25 feet of line instead of only at distance, and it is the reason the Radius reads as forgiving rather than demanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoft Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e - Lamson calls out the soft tips on these rods specifically as tippet protection, which is why the shorter 3wt through 5wt models are pitched at picky trout on light tippet. The 10ft models trade some of that delicacy for reach, giving you mending control and the leverage for longer, more powerful casts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFighting Butt\u003c\/strong\u003e - The butt configuration changes with the model. The 8ft 6in and 9ft rods in 3wt through 6wt have no fighting butt, the 10ft 4wt through 6wt rods get a micro fighting butt, and the 9ft 7wt and 8wt rods get a full fighting butt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCosmetics\u003c\/strong\u003e - Dark pearl blank finish with dark smoke and chartreuse accents. Published rod weights run from 2.60 oz for the 4wt 8ft 6in up to 3.90 oz for the 8wt 9ft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Silicon carbide (SiC) stripping guide. SiC is one of the hardest ring materials used in rod building, so it shrugs off the grit that rides in on a fly line and resists the grooving that eventually shreds coatings on softer inserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Smoke finish hard chrome guides. Hard chrome plating is the long-standing standard for corrosion and wear resistance on snake guides, and the smoke finish keeps them visually consistent with the dark pearl blank and dark smoke hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLockdown Reel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e - Lamson's Lockdown seat mounts the reel foot on machined aluminum rails rather than on a round barrel. Lamson's own explanation is the practical one: a foot clamped on flat rails cannot rock loose over a day of casting the way a reel on a rounded seat can. The hardware is dark smoke anodized aluminum, which is the corrosion-resistant choice for a freshwater rod that spends time wet, and it carries an Onyx wood insert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip\u003c\/strong\u003e - Flor grade cork in a modified Ritz profile. Flor is the top cork grade, meaning fewer pits and filler than the standard grades used further down most rod lines, and it is a large part of why Lamson describes the Radius as decked out in posh components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Radius ships in a Cordura rod tube with a separate rod sock. Lamson also describes the case as including dividers to keep the four sections from knocking together in transit, so the rod travels protected without you having to buy a sock or a hard case separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLamson covers the Radius under their lifetime warranty against defects in material or workmanship for the original owner, including parts and labor. It does not cover damage from misuse, improper maintenance or modification, and Lamson limits the remedy to repair or replacement at their discretion, with the note that repair parts or colors may not match the original. Rod repairs carry a flat service fee, listed by Lamson at $50 as of August 2026, which covers parts and return shipping. Lamson asks that all four sections go back in a rod tube with their return form, and pledges to have the rod headed back to you within a week of receiving it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action\u003c\/strong\u003e: Medium-fast, listed by Lamson as medium to medium-fast across the series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e: Freshwater trout, bass and panfish. Dries, nymphs and streamers, with the 10ft models suited to mending and long casts and the 8ft 6in models to technical dry fly work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip Style\u003c\/strong\u003e: Flor grade cork, modified Ritz profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level\u003c\/strong\u003e: Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine Weight Range\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3wt through 8wt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLengths\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8ft 6in in 3wt through 5wt, 9ft in 3wt through 8wt, 10ft in 4wt through 6wt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSections\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4 piece, every model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.60 oz to 3.90 oz depending on model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Anglers Amplitude Smooth Infinity Fly Line\u003c\/strong\u003e - A true all-water taper that covers the same ground the Radius does, from a dry fly at 30 feet to a streamer at 60, and it is stocked in the 3wt through 8wt range this rod spans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRio Gold Premier Fly Line\u003c\/strong\u003e - The presentation-leaning choice for the 3wt through 6wt Radius models, with a long front taper that lets the soft tip lay a dry fly down softly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Anglers Mastery MPX Fly Line\u003c\/strong\u003e - A half size heavy taper that loads a medium-fast rod quickly, which is the one to pick if you are throwing weighted nymph rigs, poppers or Clousers more often than size 18 dries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Lamson","offers":[{"title":"3wt \/ 8ft 6in","offer_id":50066676482281,"sku":"SKU708332031524","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":50066676449513,"sku":"SKU708332031531","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 8ft 6in","offer_id":50066676416745,"sku":"SKU708332031548","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477927047401,"sku":"SKU708332005945","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":50066676383977,"sku":"SKU708332031555","price":559.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 8ft 6in","offer_id":50066676351209,"sku":"SKU708332031562","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477927080169,"sku":"SKU708332005938","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48477927145705,"sku":"SKU708332031104","price":559.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477927112937,"sku":"SKU708332005921","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48477927178473,"sku":"SKU708332031098","price":559.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":50066676318441,"sku":"SKU708332031579","price":559.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":50066676285673,"sku":"SKU708332031586","price":559.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/lamson-rods-lamson-radius-fly-rod-1199940414.png?v=1761818539"},{"product_id":"lamson-velocity-fly-rod","title":"Lamson Velocity Fly Rod","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=PS09GK6]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"PS09GK6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDeemed the “freshwater version of their Cobalt action,” Lamson’s Velocity series of rods is the perfect tool when fishing larger systems of water where you may run through chunky streamers, bushy dry flies, and heavy nymph rigs all in the same afternoon. The Velocity Rods have a fast action, making them a great tool for loading heavier rigs and punching tight loops into windy situations. While this isn’t the series of rods that you’ll want to use if you’re exclusively placing tiny midges in front of rising trout, it’s an excellent option for all-purpose situations or whenever you need a bit more backbone. Made in line weights 4 through 8, Lamson’s Velocity Rods provide a range of options that accommodates anything from tight line nymphing heavy rigs to chucking streamers that make parr seem small. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Modulus Graphite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - Lamson’s Velocity series is built from a High Modulus Graphite with a fast-action. 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Whether you’re casting out of a drift boat on a swift river or wading a bank, the Velocity has a blank that you’re sure to enjoy casting everywhere you take it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLamson makes their Velocity Rods with a fully sanded high gloss shadow pearl that always looks good in your hand, and Lamson takes it up a notch by adding clean smoke wraps with orange accent wraps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZebra Wood Insert (4 through 6 weights) - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn sizes 4 through 6, Lamson’s Velocity series comes with a Zebra Wood Insert. Like all rods in the series, this seat is equipped with Lamson’s Lockdown Reel Seat for a firm grip, and the Zebra Wood gives a classy appearance everywhere you take it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnodized Aluminum (7 and 8 weight) - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOn their larger models, Lamson outfits these rods with an Anodized Aluminum Seat. This lightweight reel seat, coupled with its larger full wells cork and composite fighting butt, works wonders whether you’re in a brackish river or putting the lumber to a dropback spring steelhead. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLockdown Reel Seat \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e- Lamson’s Lockdown Reel Seat gives a new evolution of reel seating. Designed to ensure consistent locking of your reel, this reel seat locks your reel by the sides, instead of at the curve of the foot. This design works flawlessly during tougher fights as well as those week long stretches when your rod lives in your car and you’re too busy fishing to worry about tightening reel seats. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBuilt for quick and reliable stowing, Lamson’s Velocity series comes with a tough cordura rod tube and a rod sock. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLamson’s Velocity Rods come with a lifetime warranty that covers parts and labor but does not cover damages caused by things like misuse, improper maintenance, and modifications. Lamson also offers a repair on your rods for the price of $50. And Lamson understands how important it is to get their customers back on the water quickly, so as of July 2022, they pledge to get your reel back to you within two weeks of arriving at their warehouse. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Fast action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Nymphing, Dry Flies, and Streamers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/dry-nym-sm.jpg?v=1791230250\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Modified Flor grade cork Ritz Grip (line weights 4-6)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/rhw.jpg?v=1791230268\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFull Wells Cork Grip (line weights 7 and 8)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility 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data-background-type=\"image\" data-element=\"inner\" data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-pb-style=\"YOJ6PRE\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"text\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat started as a quest to enhance their 8-weight and add more power ended up with an all-new series of rods, designed by Ed Ward, that utilizes a revolutionary graphite technology and comes in enough line weights to tackle whatever two-hand scenario you come across. A small family of rods that’s ready to take down the slower game of winter steelhead fishing just as well as it handles the faster-paced game of freshly-running fall salmon, the SHS (short for “steelhead and salmon”) rods feature a new graphite technology that’s ultra-crisp, super sensitive and is shaped into a taper that passes the Ed Ward test with flying colors. Combining new graphite technology with the perfect taper and state-of-the-art components like REC Recoil Guides, a premium cork handle, and a downlocking reel seat, the SHS casts like a dream and has the build quality that you need to ensure you’re fishing this rod for decades. Crafted in Washington state, the SHS rods are offered in an 11’ 7-weight and an 11’6” weight, representing a shorter-length series of rods that makes for more compact casting and all of the sensitivity you need to feel a lazy steelhead chew your Intruder pattern. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraphite\u003c\/strong\u003e - At the base of the SHS Rods is their graphite blank. This isn’t just any standard graphite blank; OPST stumbled on this graphite technology by accident, but when they found how good it was, used it as the nucleus from which this family of rods emerged. Lightweight in hand yet powerful when casting, this graphite has everything that you need to feel each part of your swing–from the initial casting stroke all the way to the stripping in of your line after a swing–while maintaining the ability to put the cork to a hot fish when the time comes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SHS sports a classy “cleared out” blank that allows the graphite to shine through a glossy coat, giving a timeless look that blends into the environment while the smoke grey thread wraps finish things off with subtle elegance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREC Recoil Guides w\/ Ceramic Inserts\u003c\/strong\u003e - OPST took a premium route when outfitting the guides on their SHS Rods and included REC Recoil Guides w\/ Ceramic Inserts. Not only are these guides insanely durable and spring back to shape when bent, but they have a silky-smooth construction that allows line to shoot effortlessly across the pool and into that undercut pocket. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownlocking Reel Seat w\/ Wood Insert - Functional, beautiful, and ready to stand the test of strong fish, OPST uses a downlocking reel seat on this series of rods. This choice aids in rod balance while keeping your reel snug, and the wooden insert only further enhances the rod’s overall beauty. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rods are packaged in a durable OPST rod tube, and whether you're taking the long way home that’s full of bumpy roads or sitting on a cramped jet plane in Alaska, you’ll never have to worry about the safety of your rod. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs of December 2024, the OPST warranty covers their SHS Steelhead Salmon Fly Rods against defects in materials or workmanship for 24 months from the purchase date, exclusively to the original owner and requires registration within 30 days using the Unique ID number found on the rod. OPST will repair or replace defective rods at its own discretion, and the warranty does not apply to unregistered rods, resold rods, or those purchased from third-party platforms like eBay or Amazon. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-Fast action\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/med-fast-action.jpg?v=1791230264\" alt=\"Medium-Fast action\" width=\"300\" height=\"136\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for: \u003c\/strong\u003eStreamers, Wet Flies, and Dry Flies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" height=\"56\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all-nymph.jpg?v=1791230241\" width=\"450\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spey\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/spey.jpg?v=1791230272\" alt=\"Spey\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\" alt=\"Intermediate (\" width=\"300\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e(learn more\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-spey-lite-skagit-head\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eScientific Anglers Integrated Skagit Spey Lite Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/opst-commando-smooth-integrated-skagit-head-running-line\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eOPST Commando Smooth Integrated Skagit Head\/Running Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"OPST","offers":[{"title":"7wt \/ 11ft","offer_id":48477995958505,"sku":"SKU-SHSII-7110","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8wt \/ 11ft 6in","offer_id":48477995925737,"sku":"SKU-SHSII-8116","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/opst-rods-opst-shs-steelhead-salmon-series-ii-spey-rod-1199958757.jpg?v=1761834020"},{"product_id":"orvis-clearwater-spey-switch-fly-rod","title":"Orvis Clearwater Spey \u0026 Switch Fly Rod","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Orvis Clearwater Spey \u0026amp; Switch Fly Rod is the rod that gets most anglers into two-handed casting without a four-figure decision attached to it. Swinging flies on a big river is a different sport from single-hand fishing: you cover water methodically with a long rod, a short heavy head and almost no backcast room, and the payoff is the hardest grab in fly fishing. Orvis rebuilt the Clearwater two-handers from the ground up in the Manchester, Vermont rod shop, giving each length its own purpose-built profile and action rather than stretching a trout taper, then built them overseas to hold the price down. The result is a medium-fast blank that loads deep enough to tell you where it is in the stroke instead of making you guess, which is the single most useful thing a first spey rod can do.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe stock this one in the two 7-weight models that cover the most water: an 11ft 4 piece switch, Orvis model 7110-4, and a 13ft 4 piece spey, model 7130-4. They share a line weight and nothing else about how they fish. The 11ft switch is the shorter, handier rod. It takes a lighter head, it is manageable from a boat or a brushy bank, and it is short enough to throw overhead with one hand when the run calls for it, so it doubles as a streamer and indicator rod between swings. The 13ft spey is the specialist. Two more feet of length lifts more line off the water, mends farther, and holds a controlled swing across a wide run in a way no switch rod can. If you fish medium rivers, wade close to your fish, or are still learning to set an anchor, start with the 11ft. If you are standing in big water where the whole game is line control at distance, and you are throwing heavy tips at winter steelhead and salmon, take the 13ft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Clearwater blank is mid-modulus graphite with a medium-fast action, and that pairing is doing deliberate work on a two-hander. Mid-modulus graphite recovers a little slower and flexes a little deeper than the high-modulus material in the premium Orvis rods, which is forgiving in exactly the places a new spey caster needs forgiveness. The rod loads visibly and audibly through the sweep, so a rushed stroke or an imperfect anchor, the two faults that wreck most early spey casts, still produces a cast instead of a pile. That same easy loading is what lets an experienced caster fish a full winter day without muscling every stroke. Because Orvis gave each model its own taper rather than scaling one blank across the range, the 11ft and the 13ft feel like separate rods rather than long and short versions of the same one. Both are 4 piece. The finish is black chrome with white accents, and every section carries a printed quick rod identifier, which sounds trivial until you are sorting four long sections of two different rods out of one truck bed in the dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - A chrome frame with a ceramic insert handles the first and hardest contact point. The insert matters more here than it does on a single-hand rod, because every spey cast fires a long length of running line through that one guide under load. Ceramic is harder and slicker than a bare chromed frame, so more of the energy you built in the D-loop actually reaches the far bank, and the guide will not groove and start shredding line coating after a season of glacial silt and sand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Chrome snake guides run the length of the blank. 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Ahead of the seat is a full two-handed cork grip, and Orvis fits composite material to the tip of the foregrip on the two-handed models. That tip is the highest-wear spot on a spey rod, taking the hand pressure of every sweep and every rod-down rest on gravel, and composite holds up where soft cork starts pitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rod ships in a gray Cordura rod tube. On a 13ft four-piece the case is not an afterthought: the sections are long, and a Cordura-covered tube protects them without the weight and the dented-lid failure mode of a bare aluminum tube, which matters when the rod is already the most awkward thing in your luggage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Clearwater carries the Orvis 25-Year Guarantee. Orvis will repair a broken Clearwater rod within 25 years of purchase, and if it cannot be repaired they replace it with a newer model of equal or greater value. Coverage is not limited to manufacturing defects, so breakage from normal fishing and from the ordinary accidents that actually kill rods is handled the same way. There is a $60 processing fee per rod, which covers materials, labor and return shipping, and Orvis offers an optional prepaid inbound shipping label for $12.95 within the US. The guarantee runs to the original owner only and proof of purchase may be requested, so keep your receipt. 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The Helios 4 F is four times more accurate than their previous Helios and greatly improves on the overall performance of their previous Helios series. The Helios 4 F was designed to offer finesse (which is what the “F” stands for) through extreme sensitivity, solid tip control, and serious tippet control. From tightline nymphing small streams, stripping streamers in a tidal river, or making technical drifts over rising fish in clear water, the 4 F has all of the finesse and versatility that you need. Orvis makes the Helios 4D in a wide assortment of lengths and rod weights ranging from a 7’6” 2-weight all the way to a 9’ 8-weight, providing an option whether fishing thin blue lines or making the perfect presentation to a mudding bonefish. An excellent addition to the Orvis family of rods, the Helios F is crafted in the USA, with ultra-crisp casting and a lightweight feel that lets you handle those 12-hour shifts with ease–factor in high-quality components and you’ll see why this is a rod that you’ll be happy to use for decades. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelios 4 Technology - Orvis makes their Helios 4 F Rods with their updated Helios technology. While H3 was an excellent addition to their rods, the new H4 Technology is that much better. Providing four times the accuracy of the Helios 3 Tech with a 10% reduction in swing weight, this new family of rods provides on-a-dime-accuracy and a finesse-forward design that ensures you land your fly exactly where you want it, every single time. And while performance is at the heart of these rods, durability is far from forgotten–Orvis’ Helios 4 Rods can stand up to an incredible amount of pressure before breaking and are 25% more durable than previous tech. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a fan of it or not, Orvis did bring back the grey and white butt section on this family of rods. This bottom section is accented by a more subdued matte olive blank with black thread wraps that provide a stealthy look to this rod. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitanium Stripping Guides - Durable, anti-corrosive, and as slick as it gets, the Helios 4 F is outfitted with Titanium Stripping Guides. These are a reliable choice and are sure to provide slickness that lasts for many years to come. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitanium Snake Guides - Titanium Snake Guides complement the Titanium Stripping Guides quite well on this family of rods. This choice is lightweight, durable, anti-corrosive, and provides top-notch shootability. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsymmetrical Reel Seat - With an updated asymmetrical positioning, the Helios 4 F makes it nice and easy to lock your reel in on those early mornings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrvis knows that buying a new Helios 4 F is an investment that you’ll have for decades–a rod that you’ll be taking on those once-in-a-lifetime trips just as often as you’ll use it on your home waters, and for that reason, they store it in a lightweight yet ultra-durable aluminum rod tube. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs of February 2024, Orvis’ Helios 4 F Fly Rods are backed by their 25-Year Guarantee. This is a straightforward and excellent warranty that lasts for 25 years. It doesn’t matter whether you slam it in a door, step on it, or encounter a manufacturer defect, Orvis will repair or replace your rod. If the rod can’t be repaired and it' out of production, Orvis will choose a newer model of at least equal value. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRod Action: Fast action\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for: Nymphs, Dry flies, and Streamers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all-nym-salt-flats.jpg?v=1791230240\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrip: Half Wells (276-4, 384-4, 376-4, 476-4)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/rhw.jpg?v=1791230268\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Wells (3100-4, 3110-4, 486-4, 490-4, 586-4, 590-4, 690-4)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw.jpg?v=1791230258\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Wells w\/ extended Fighting Butt (890-4) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbility Level: Intermediate\/Advanced (learn more)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/ability_level_9d73c117-9174-401d-babd-d8392f5e1478.jpg?v=1791230237\" width=\"491\" height=\"142\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca tabindex=\"0\" href=\"\/products\/rio-gold-premier-fly-line\"\u003eRio Gold Premier Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca tabindex=\"0\" href=\"\/products\/royal-wulff-triangle-taper-signature-plus-fly-line\"\u003eRoyal Wulff Triangle Taper Signature Plus Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Orvis","offers":[{"title":"2wt \/ 7ft 6in","offer_id":48478009065705,"sku":"SKU195433519004","price":1098.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3wt \/ 7ft 6in","offer_id":48478009098473,"sku":"SKU195433519011","price":1098.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3wt \/ 8ft 4in","offer_id":48478009164009,"sku":"SKU195433519035","price":1098.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48478009000169,"sku":"SKU195433519059","price":1098.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3wt \/ 11ft","offer_id":48478009032937,"sku":"SKU195433519066","price":1098.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4wt \/ 7ft 6in","offer_id":48478009131241,"sku":"SKU195433519080","price":1098.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 8ft 6in","offer_id":48478009196777,"sku":"SKU195433519097","price":1098.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48478009262313,"sku":"SKU195433519110","price":1098.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 8ft 6in","offer_id":48478009229545,"sku":"SKU195433519134","price":1098.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48478009295081,"sku":"SKU195433519158","price":1098.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48478009327849,"sku":"SKU195433519172","price":1098.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48478009360617,"sku":"SKU195433804681","price":1198.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48478009393385,"sku":"SKU195433519462","price":1198.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/orvis-rods-orvis-helios-4-f-fly-rod-1199958628.jpg?v=1761830524"},{"product_id":"orvis-helios-4-d-fly-rod","title":"Orvis Helios 4 D Fly Rod","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Orvis Helios 4 D Fly Rod cranks the accuracy way up, four times more than the previous Helios, while greatly improving on the overall performance of the previous Helios series, because whether you need to land a small parachute in front of a rising trout on a spring creek or send an 80’ cast inches ahead of a cruising tarpon, accuracy is about as important as it gets for success. The Helios 4 D was designed to offer distance (which is what the “D” stands for), lifting power, excellent line speed, and pinpoint accuracy while maintaining versatility over a wide range of fishing situations. From tightline nymphing small streams, stripping streamers over a large river, or double hauling to anything from striped bass to permit, the Helios 4 D does it all. Orvis makes the Helios 4 D in a wide assortment of lengths and rod weights ranging from a 10’ 4-weight all the way to an 8’5” 14-weight, providing an option whether casting out of a boat into foaming pelagics or picking apart pocket water on your favorite home stream. An excellent addition to the Orvis family of rods, the Helios D is crafted in the USA with ultra-crisp casting and a lightweight feel that lets you handle those 12-hour shifts with ease. Factor in high-quality components and you’ll see why this is a rod that you’ll be happy to use for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelios 4 Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e - Orvis makes their Helios 4 D Rod with their updated Helios technology. While H3 was an excellent addition to their rods, the new H4 Technology is that much better. Providing four times the accuracy of the Helios 3 Tech with a 10% reduction in swing weight, this new family of rods provides on-a-dime-accuracy and a fast action that focuses on distance. This combines to ensure that you can land a fly exactly where you need it, every single time. And while performance is at the heart of these rods, durability is far from sacrificed. Orvis’ Helios 4 Rods can stand up to an incredible amount of pressure before breaking and are 25% more durable than previous tech.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a fan of it or not, Orvis did bring back the grey and white butt section on this family of rods. This bottom section is accented by a more subdued midnight black blank with black thread wraps that provide a stealthy look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitanium Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Durable, anti-corrosive, and as slick as it gets, the Helios 4 D is outfitted with Titanium Stripping Guides. These are a reliable choice and are sure to provide slickness that lasts for many years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitanium Snake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Titanium Snake Guides complement the Titanium Stripping Guides quite well on this family of rods. This choice is lightweight, durable, anti-corrosive, and provides top-notch shootability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsymmetrical Reel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e - With an updated asymmetrical positioning, the Helios 4 D makes it nice and easy to lock your reel in on those early mornings. For the freshwater-specific reel seats, you get a sharp-looking wood insert, while the saltwater-ready models are made from a lightweight and anti-corrosive metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrvis knows that buying a new Helios 4 D is an investment that you’ll have for decades, a rod that you’ll be taking on those once-in-a-lifetime trips just as often as you’ll use it on your home waters, and for that reason, they store it in a lightweight yet ultra-durable aluminum rod tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs of February 2024, Orvis’ Helios 4 D Fly Rods are backed by their 25-Year Guarantee. This is a straightforward and excellent warranty that lasts for 25 years. It doesn’t matter whether you slam it in a door, step on it, or encounter a manufacturer defect, Orvis will repair or replace your rod. If the rod can’t be repaired and it' out of production, Orvis will choose a newer model of at least equal value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast action\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nymphs, Dry flies, and Streamers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all-nym-salt-flats.jpg?v=1791230240\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modified Full Wells (4100-4)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw.jpg?v=1791230258\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Wells (590-4, 595-4, 5100-4)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw.jpg?v=1791230258\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Wells w\/ Fighting Butt (690-4, 785-4, 6100-4, 7100-4, 885-4, 1085-4, 790-4, 890-4, 990-4, 1090-4, 1290-4, 1190-4)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtended Full Wells w\/ Fighting Butt (1485-4)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/spey.jpg?v=1791230272\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbility Level: Advanced (learn more)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/adv-exp.jpg?v=1791230237\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rio-gold-premier-fly-line\"\u003eRio Gold Premier Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-sonar-titan-full-intermediate-fly-line\"\u003eScientific Anglers SONAR Titan Full Intermediate Fly Line \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orvis","offers":[{"title":"4wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48478009426153,"sku":"SKU195433519202","price":1098.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48478009524457,"sku":"SKU195433519226","price":1098.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft 5in","offer_id":48478009491689,"sku":"SKU195433519240","price":1098.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48478009458921,"sku":"SKU195433519264","price":1098.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48478009884905,"sku":"SKU195433519288","price":1198.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 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Built in various line weights and lengths, the Claymore offers both a Spey and Switch version, providing true versatility at a middle-of-the-road price point. The Claymore is built with a fast-action that provides smooth casting over a wide range of different line types–from overhead casting their 13’6” 8-weight with a heavy T-17 head to swinging wetflies right in the surface film at rising trout, the Claymore does it all. And while the Claymore is a tool focused on fishing, it does feature high-quality components such as integrated Polymer Pinch Grips on the cork for consistent line control, as well as a tough down-locking reel seat that helps to provide immediate balance to your setup. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraphite \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e- The Claymore features a graphite blank with a fast action. This blank provides the finesse needed to softly swing flies over rising trout while maintaining the power necessary to bomb casts and battle tough opponents. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Claymore also comes with a solid look through its gray blank that’s perfectly accented by the Polymer Pinch Grips on the cork. Whether you’re taking this rod to an open beach at low tide or a deep canyon in the middle of winter, you can count on the Claymore’s looks to make you smile. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eeel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnodized Aluminum Reel Seat \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e- Redington’s Claymore is built with an Anodized Aluminum Reel Seat. This reel seat is durable, lightweight, and resists corrosion for hassle-free use in saltwater. Redington also makes this reel seat with a down-locking configuration to improve balance and keep your reel seated all day long. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTraveling, whether it’s two miles down the road or across the globe, can be especially tough with longer Spey and Switch rods, but Redington makes things easy and secure by including a Cordura rod tube with integrated dividers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs of October 2022, Redington’s Claymore Rods are covered by their original owner's warranty. Redington’s original owner warranty is limited to the replacement of the rod only, and it does not cover direct, indirect, consequential, or any additional type of damage caused by using the rod. This warranty also does not cover neglect, misuse, theft, fire, loss, normal wear and tear, or loss. Redington also reserves the right to replace discontinued models with newer models if necessary. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Fast-action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Streamers and Wetflies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/dry-nym-sm.jpg?v=1791230250\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Premium Grade Cork Grip with Polymer Pinch Grips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTwo-Handed Spey or Two-Handed Switch depending on model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/spey.jpg?v=1791230272\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Intermediate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\" width=\"300\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/rio-elite-integrated-trout-spey-line\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRio InTouch Trout Spey Fly Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-spey-lite-skagit-head\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eScientific Anglers Spey Lite Skagit Head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Redington","offers":[{"title":"3wt \/ 11ft 3in","offer_id":48478094098665,"sku":"SKU608895000022","price":324.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4wt \/ 11ft 6in","offer_id":48478094131433,"sku":"SKU608895000039","price":324.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 11ft 6in","offer_id":48478094164201,"sku":"SKU608895000053","price":324.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7wt \/ 11ft 6in","offer_id":48478094196969,"sku":"SKU608895000077","price":324.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8wt \/ 11ft 6in","offer_id":48478094229737,"sku":"SKU608895000107","price":324.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 12ft 6in","offer_id":48478094262505,"sku":"SKU608895000060","price":324.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7wt \/ 12ft 6in","offer_id":48478094295273,"sku":"SKU608895000084","price":324.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8wt \/ 13ft 6in","offer_id":48478094328041,"sku":"SKU608895000121","price":324.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/redington-rods-redington-claymore-spey-switch-rod-1199957740.jpg?v=1761852859"},{"product_id":"redington-edc-fly-rod","title":"Redington EDC Fly Rod","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Redington EDC Fly Rod is the rod you grab when you do not know exactly what the day holds. 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The series runs from 4wt through 8wt in 9ft, 9ft 6in and 10ft lengths, with a saltwater-ready reel seat on every model, so one platform covers spring creek dry fly work, long-leader nymphing and light salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNano Resin Graphite\u003c\/strong\u003e - The EDC blank uses Redington's Nano Resin Graphite, the company's highest-performance carbon technology. The resin system raises durability and lets the blank keep the backbone needed to turn a strong fish, and it also sharpens feel through the rod, which is what makes casts more precise, mends more efficient and strikes easier to detect. 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They are light, durable and smooth running, and the black chrome finish keeps them subtle against the green blank instead of adding glare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery EDC model gets a saltwater-ready anodized aluminum reel seat with dual uplocking rings. Anodizing is what keeps the seat from corroding after a day in brackish or salt water, and the dual rings are what matter over a long day, since they lock the reel foot down instead of working loose the way a single ring can. Redington machined a hidden hook keeper into the seat, so there is nothing wrapped onto the blank to catch line, and the jam nuts carry exaggerated knurling that stays grippy with cold, wet or fish-slimed hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rod ships in a rugged high-denier nylon rod tube with built-in dividers, so each of the four sections rides in its own sleeve and the blank never rubs against itself in transit. 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At an affordable price point, the VICE offers fast action and great casting accuracy and control. Fishable in all water types, the VICE boasts extreme versatility on the water and exudes cool craftsmanship in its black and green color scheme. Redington has created affordability and performance to provide a rod most anglers won’t be able to resist. If you’re new to the sport, watch out; Redington’s detailed creation may just become your new vice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Modulus Carbon Fiber Blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e - Redington presents a multi-modulus carbon fiber blank as the backbone of the VICE. The blank helps anglers with accuracy and control by increasing levels of line recovery when casting. The VICE has a classic fast action blank allowing anglers to shoot line long distances. The fast action blank makes the VICE a weapon in castability. 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A model reference is etched into the reel seat for quick rod identification.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCork Handle\u003c\/strong\u003e - The VICE provides a Reversed Half-Wells cork handle on the smaller rod models and a Full Wells cork handle with a fighting butt on the larger weighted rod models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Cordura Rod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e - The VICE comes with a durable cordura rod tube for ultimate travel protection. The tube’s dark green color matches the color scheme of the VICE. The rod tube has built in rod dividers for easy separation of rod pieces and increased protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - The VICE falls under Redington’s lifetime, original owner warranty. 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Wrangling smallmouth bass in a deep pond. Wrangling steelhead on a Great Lakes tributary. Wrangling trout of a swift freestone. Wrangling a bonefish off of a flat in the Bahamas. When you're dealing with Reddington's all-new Wrangler series of rods, it really doesn't matter what fish you're chasing, as this line of rods includes a perfect option for it all. An all-encompassing series of rods, the Wrangler starts with a 9' 4-weight to handle things like trout and warm water fish such as perch and small bass; from there, the Wrangler bumps up in line weights all the way to a specific 8-weight that's at home in the salt or on a tributary packed with steelhead. And for those unique conditions or waterways, the Wrangler even includes a 10' 7-weight for reliable mending over larger water or handling heavy indicator rigs. Redington builds their Wrangler series with a medium-fast action so that beginners can hone their cast while those more experienced can deliver flies exactly where they need to with ease. Coming in at an affordable price point, the Wrangler is the perfect choice whether you're filling a hole in your quiver or just dipping your toes in the pursuit of a new-to-you species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGraphite- Redington crafts their Wrangler series of rods out of a high-quality graphite with a medium-fast action. Since this series of rods has a variety of different line weights and builds, Redington designs the blank around flexibility over a range of species and water conditions with power and sensitivity where it's needed. Whether you're wrangling a tough salty species or a small trout, this blank has what you need for it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wrangler Rods are made with a glossy grey blank and charcoal thread trim wraps, giving you a subtle color that looks at home whether you're in fresh or saltwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnodized Aluminum Reel Seat- A solid choice for the Wrangler Rods, Redington equips them with an Anodized Aluminum Reel Seat. Lightweight, durable, and corrosion-resistant, this reel seat can stand up to whatever the day throws its way, and with an uplocking design, your reel stays locked in all day long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNylon Rod Tube w\/ Built-In Dividers- On a plane, in the storage closet, or in your truck's bed, no matter where your Wrangler is resting, it's sure to be safe in this included rod tube. A nylon covering adds solid protection, while built-in dividers make storing nice and easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs of June 2023, Redington's Wrangler Rods are covered by their original owner lifetime warranty. Redington's original owner warranty is limited to the replacement of the rod only and it does not cover direct, indirect, consequential, or any additional type of damage caused by using the rod. This warranty also does not cover neglect, misuse, theft, fire, loss, normal wear and tear, or loss. 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Bought separately, a rod, a reel, a line, backing and a leader are five decisions, five prices and a real chance the pieces do not balance each other. Redington built the Wrangler Kit the other way around: one 9ft, 4 piece medium-fast blank, a Crosswater reel sized to that blank, a RIO Mainstream floating line in the rod's own line weight, dacron backing, a RIO tapered leader, and a nylon case cut to carry the rod and the reel together. Nothing in it is the throwaway component that boxed outfits usually hide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere is exactly what ships, and the model names are fishing descriptions rather than sizes. We stock all six kits Redington builds: \u003cstrong\u003ePond\u003c\/strong\u003e is the 490-4 (4wt), \u003cstrong\u003eTrout\u003c\/strong\u003e is the 590-4 (5wt), \u003cstrong\u003eTrout XL\u003c\/strong\u003e is the 690-4 (6wt), \u003cstrong\u003eBass\u003c\/strong\u003e is the 790-4 (7wt), \u003cstrong\u003eSalmon\u003c\/strong\u003e is the 890-4 (8wt), and \u003cstrong\u003eSalt\u003c\/strong\u003e is the 890-4S, which is that same 8wt rod and reel shipped with RIO's saltwater Mainstream line in place of the freshwater version. Every one is 9ft in four sections with a medium-fast action, so the choice you are making is what you intend to catch, not how the rod behaves. Pond is panfish, small bass and small trout on ponds and creeks. Trout is the classic dry fly, nymph and indicator 5wt. Trout XL is the 6wt for streamers, bushy dries and wind. Bass is warmwater work with big flies. Salmon is Great Lakes and Alaska. Salt is bonefish, redfish, snook and stripers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium-Fast Action\u003c\/strong\u003e - Redington calls this a performance medium-fast action blank and describes each weight as tuned for the species and applications that line weight is designed to handle, rather than as one taper stretched across six kits. Medium-fast is the right bias for a first rod. There is enough tip movement that you can feel the rod load, which is how casting timing actually gets learned, and enough butt section to turn over an indicator rig or a weighted streamer. A fast blank gives you neither of those forgivenesses, and it punishes a stroke that comes through slightly early.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9ft, 4 Piece\u003c\/strong\u003e - Every kit is 9ft in four sections. Nine feet is the length that controls and mends the most line on a river while still casting comfortably from a boat or a steep bank, and four sections is what lets the rod ride in a suitcase or behind a truck seat instead of on a roof rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCosmetics\u003c\/strong\u003e - Gloss Grey blank with charcoal trim wraps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlignment Dots\u003c\/strong\u003e - Redington marks the blank with alignment dots so the four sections go together with the guide train straight the first time. That reads as a cosmetic detail until you have fished a rod assembled slightly crooked: line hangs in the guides, shooting distance quietly drops, and a new caster has no reason to blame the assembly rather than the cast. Line up the dots and the problem never starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRedington does not publish the stripping guide or snake guide materials for the Wrangler, so this listing does not state them. We hold these kits in stock, so if the guide train is a deciding factor for you, ask and we will look at one before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Wrangler uses an \u003cstrong\u003eanodized aluminum reel seat\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is a genuine spec at this end of the market rather than the painted or composite hardware that usually turns up. Anodizing is a hard oxide layer, so the threads keep turning after a season of rinsing and the seat does not pit or seize. That matters on the Salt kit specifically, and on any rod that gets rained on and put away damp. The line weight is \u003cstrong\u003elaser etched into the reel seat\u003c\/strong\u003e, so once you own more than one rod you can tell a 5wt from a 6wt at a glance instead of hunting for a decal that has worn off the blank. The grip is a \u003cstrong\u003efull-wells cork handle\u003c\/strong\u003e, the fuller profile that gives your thumb something solid to push against when you are driving a heavier line or a bigger fly. Redington lists a \u003cstrong\u003efighting butt\u003c\/strong\u003e on the Bass and Salmon kits, and the Salt kit is built on that same 890-4 rod. The Pond, Trout and Trout XL kits do not carry one, which is correct for rods that get palmed rather than braced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIncluded Reel\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes a black \u003cstrong\u003eCrosswater\u003c\/strong\u003e reel sized to the rod: the \u003cstrong\u003eCrosswater 4\/5\/6\u003c\/strong\u003e on the Pond, Trout and Trout XL kits, and the \u003cstrong\u003eCrosswater 7\/8\/9\u003c\/strong\u003e on the Bass, Salmon and Salt kits. Be straight about how it is built. The frame and spool are moulded from durable polymer rather than machined from aluminum, and that is where the price of the kit comes from. What the polymer construction buys back is weight: a light reel keeps the whole outfit from feeling tip-heavy over a long day, which is a real consideration for someone still building casting stamina. What Redington did not cut is the drag. The Crosswater runs a \u003cstrong\u003efully carbon disc drag\u003c\/strong\u003e, upgraded on the current generation for reliable stopping power and a smoother startup, and startup is the part that matters: a drag that grabs before it slips is what breaks tippet when a fish turns and runs. It is a \u003cstrong\u003elarge arbor\u003c\/strong\u003e design, so it picks line up faster per turn when a fish swims at you, and the drag knob is deeply notched so you can find it and turn it without looking. The spool changes easily and the reel \u003cstrong\u003econverts between left and right hand retrieve\u003c\/strong\u003e. On Redington's current Crosswater IV listing the 4\/5\/6 weighs 5.0oz and is rated to a WF6 plus 100yds of 20lb backing, and the 7\/8\/9 weighs 5.5oz and is rated to a WF9 plus 150yds of 30lb backing, so both sizes have capacity in hand over the line the kit ships with.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIncluded Line, Backing \u0026amp; Leader\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the section that separates a kit from a rod in a tube. The line is a \u003cstrong\u003eRIO Mainstream\u003c\/strong\u003e floating weight forward line in the rod's own line weight: WF4F on the Pond, WF5F on the Trout, WF6F on the Trout XL, WF7F on the Bass, WF8F on the Salmon, and RIO's saltwater Mainstream WF8F on the Salt kit. Redington's stated reason for choosing Mainstream is that RIO developed it for the average and novice fly fisher, with a slightly heavier and shorter head that loads the rod sooner and cuts through wind more willingly than a standard-weight taper. That is exactly the right bias on a first outfit, because the two things that most often make a beginner's cast collapse are a rod that never loads and a breeze. \u003cstrong\u003eDacron backing\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eRIO Powerflex Plus tapered leader\u003c\/strong\u003e are both included. Redington specifies the leader as 4x on the Pond, Trout and Trout XL kits and 0x on the Bass and Salmon kits, and does not publish a leader size for the Salt kit. Redington does not state whether the reel arrives already loaded with the backing and line, so if you want that confirmed before it ships, ask us. Add tippet and a few flies and the kit is fishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRod and Reel Case\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit packs into a \u003cstrong\u003edurable nylon carrying case\u003c\/strong\u003e built to hold the four rod sections and the reel together, with a handle strap for carrying and a plastic reinforced cap on the end, which is the end that takes the abuse every time the case gets stood up on gravel. It is worth noting the difference from the Wrangler rod sold on its own, which ships in a nylon carrying tube with divided liners and no room for a reel. Carrying the reel with the rod is the quiet practical argument for buying a kit: the reel is never the piece still sitting on the workbench when you get to the river.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA kit contains two products with two different warranties, and the difference is worth knowing before you buy rather than after. The \u003cstrong\u003erod\u003c\/strong\u003e carries Redington's original owner warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, with no time limit. It is limited to replacement of the rod, and it does not cover misuse, neglect, normal wear, fire, theft, missing or lost rod sections, intentional damage, or modification of a finished rod. The \u003cstrong\u003eCrosswater reel\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the few Redington products written out of that warranty: Redington's policy names the Crosswater Series specifically as covered by a \u003cstrong\u003eone year warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e instead, and a claim on it needs a dated proof of purchase, so keep the receipt. As of August 2026, Far Bank's published repair pricing is $50 to repair a current model Redington rod and $95 for a discontinued model when the break is not a warranty defect, and $50 for any reel repair not covered by warranty. You pay the shipping to Far Bank and Far Bank pays the return shipping. Redington rods typically ship back within one to two weeks of payment or of a no-fee warranty determination, and reels run roughly two to four weeks. One more thing that matters more on a beginner's rod than on any other: Redington sells a replacement tip section for the Wrangler and Wrangler Kit, so the most common breakage of all can often be fixed by buying the part instead of shipping the rod, and you can buy the spare before you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn the Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wrangler fly rod, Crosswater reel in the matching size, RIO Mainstream floating fly line in the rod's line weight, dacron backing, RIO Powerflex Plus tapered leader, nylon rod and reel case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModels We Stock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pond 490-4 (4wt), Trout 590-4 (5wt), Trout XL 690-4 (6wt), Bass 790-4 (7wt), Salmon 890-4 (8wt), Salt 890-4S (8wt saltwater)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-fast, every model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength and Sections:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9ft, 4 piece, every model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReel Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crosswater 4\/5\/6 on the Pond, Trout and Trout XL; Crosswater 7\/8\/9 on the Bass, Salmon and Salt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReel Specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polymer frame and spool, fully carbon disc drag, large arbor, notched drag knob, converts between left and right hand retrieve. 4\/5\/6 is 5.0oz and rated to WF6 plus 100yds of 20lb backing; 7\/8\/9 is 5.5oz and rated to WF9 plus 150yds of 30lb backing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Panfish and small trout on ponds and creeks with the Pond; dry flies, nymphs and indicators with the Trout; streamers, bushy dries and wind with the Trout XL; smallmouth, largemouth and carp with the Bass; Great Lakes and Alaska salmon with the Salmon; bonefish, redfish, permit, snook and stripers with the Salt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-wells cork. Fighting butt on the Bass, Salmon and Salt kits, none on the Pond, Trout or Trout XL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReel Seat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anodized aluminum with the line weight laser etched into it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlank Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gloss Grey with charcoal trim wraps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner through Intermediate, and a sound second outfit or travel backup for an experienced angler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original owner on the rod, one year on the Crosswater reel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit arrives with a line on it, so the question is what you add rather than what you need to start. When the included line finally wears out, the \u003cstrong\u003eRio Mainstream Trout WF Fly Line\u003c\/strong\u003e is the direct replacement for the freshwater kits and is stocked from WF3F through WF10F, with the same slightly heavier head that makes a rod easy to load, a slick memory-free coldwater coating and a welded front loop so you can change leaders in seconds. The first real upgrade for the Pond through Salmon kits is the \u003cstrong\u003eScientific Anglers Amplitude Smooth Infinity Fly Line\u003c\/strong\u003e, built a half size heavy on a versatile taper that loads a medium-fast rod deep at short range and still carries line for a longer presentation, and it handles dries, nymphs and streamers on one spool rather than making you own three. If the Bass kit is going to spend its life throwing poppers and bulky streamers in warm water, the \u003cstrong\u003eRio MainStream Bass Pike \u0026amp; Panfish Fly Line\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs a heavier belly and a short powerful front taper with a warm water coating that will not go limp in summer heat. 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The Foundation offers affordable high-performance, incredible castability, and a friendly smoothness to accommodate all anglers. If you're looking for an affordable rod to accompany you on freshwater adventures, the Sage Foundation is one of the best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraphite IIIe Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e - Graphite IIIe Technology from Sage shapes rods that are powerfully durable. The tech is a combination of glass scrims within layers of graphite to create a lightweight design and taper. Graphite IIIe also improves casting smoothness and connectedness allowing the angler to make longer, more accurate casts. The Foundation's smooth feel and long-distance abilities stem from Graphite IIIe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCeramic Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Ceramic stripping guides create a rod that's functional and stylish. Ceramic guides offer industry-accepted performance and dependable durability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHard Chromed Snake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Snake guides are also time-proven and industry-accepted. The snake guides on the Foundation provide minimal resistance to allow lines to move through the rod effortlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUplocking w\/Black Anodized Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e - The black anodized aluminum of the reel seat matches the blank color of the Foundation and minimizes weathering and wear. The single uplocking component holds freshwater reels in place. Overall, the reel seat on the Foundation is quiet but functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Nylon Rod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Foundation comes with a nylon black rod tube to protect and store the rod when it's not being used. Nylon is a great mid-priced alternative to aluminum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sage Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - As of January 2021, Every new Sage rod, blank and Sage reel is covered by a lifetime, original owner warranty. One of the finest warranties in the business, it covers defects in materials or workmanship as well as rods that fail due to misuse, negligence, or normal wear-and-tear. Repair fees are based on the age of the rod and Sage charges a $30 processing fee for rods that are part of the current lineup. For up to the minute warranty information, please contact Sage Repairs at 888-848-7243\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003eFast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Fast\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Water, Nymphs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"All Water, Nymphs\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all-nymph.jpg?v=1791230241\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snub-Nose Half Wells (4-8 weights)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Snub-Nose Half Wells (4-8 weights)\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/rhw.jpg?v=1791230268\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Wells W\/Fighting Butt (6 weight)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Full Wells W\/Fighting Butt (6 weight)\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner- Expert \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Beginner- Expert\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/beg-exp.jpg?v=1791230246\" width=\"299\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" style=\"font-size: 10px;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe highly recommend using a freshwater specific line. Our favorite for all water applications is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-amplitude-mpx-fly-line\"\u003eScientific Anglers Amplitude MPX Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sage","offers":[{"title":"4wt \/ 9ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478179721449,"sku":"SKU644269243770","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478179754217,"sku":"SKU644269243787","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478179819753,"sku":"SKU644269243794","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478179786985,"sku":"SKU644269245835","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478179852521,"sku":"SKU644269243800","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 10ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478179688681,"sku":"SKU644269248881","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 9ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478179885289,"sku":"SKU644269243817","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9wt \/ 9ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478179918057,"sku":"SKU644269247785","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/sage-rods-sage-foundation-fly-rod-1199942116.jpg?v=1761877459"},{"product_id":"sage-foundation-fly-rod-outfit","title":"Sage Foundation Fly Rod Outfit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sage Foundation Fly Rod Outfit exists for the moment you stop borrowing gear and want one balanced rig that will still be worth fishing in ten years. Most boxed outfits get there by pairing a decent rod with a reel and a line nobody would buy on their own. Sage went the other way: the rod is a Graphite IIIe blank built one at a time on Bainbridge Island, Washington, the reel is a Sage Spectrum C with a sealed carbon drag, and the line is a RIO Gold, which is the taper a lot of trout anglers would choose if they were buying line separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere is exactly what ships. You get the 9ft, 4 piece Foundation rod in the line weight you select, a Sage Spectrum C reel sized to that rod, a RIO Gold floating fly line matched to the rod's line weight, backing, a tapered leader, and a rugged black nylon rod and reel case. 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Sage credits that construction with power and durability and a more connected feel through the casting stroke, and the practical effect is a light blank that tells you where it is loaded without going soft when you push for distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Action\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Foundation is a fast action rod, and Sage breaks the taper down by technique. For dry flies, the fast action lets you stay tight to the line and in control of the presentation while high line speed drives the tight loop that puts a fly where you aimed, with a sensitive tip section to protect light tippet. For nymphing, the powerful butt section lifts fish out of their lie and turns over multi fly rigs. For streamers, that same butt section throws a wide range of flies, handles sinking tip lines, and gives you the leverage to pull an aggressive fish away from structure. If you are coming off a slower entry level rod, expect to shorten your stroke and let the rod do more of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCosmetics\u003c\/strong\u003e - Stealth Black blank with black primary thread wraps and silver trim wraps, which keeps the rod from flashing at fish in low, clear water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Ceramic stripper guides sit at the first and hardest contact point on the rod. The ceramic insert is harder and slicker than a chromed frame, so shooting line runs cleaner and the guide does not wear the grooves that eventually shred a fly line coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Hard chromed snake guides and tip-top run the rest of the blank. Hard chrome is the durable, corrosion resistant standard, which matters on the 7wt and 8wt models that will see salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Foundation uses a \u003cstrong\u003eblack anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat\u003c\/strong\u003e, not the wood insert and lower grade hardware that usually shows up at this price. Anodized aluminum will not swell, pit or seize after a season of spray and rinsing, and the up-locking design keeps the reel foot pulled tight against the grip so the reel does not work loose during a fight. The grip is a \u003cstrong\u003esnub-nose cork handle\u003c\/strong\u003e. Sage lists the 4wt, 5wt and 6wt with the standard handle and the 7wt and 8wt with a fighting butt handle, which gives you something to brace against your forearm when a fish gets into the backing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIncluded Reel\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSage Spectrum C\u003c\/strong\u003e is a large arbor reel built on a rugged machined die-cast frame with a generous concave vented spool. The vented concave arbor adds strength and capacity, and the large arbor picks line up fast when a fish runs at you. The drag is Sage's \u003cstrong\u003eSCS One Revolution Sealed Carbon Drag\u003c\/strong\u003e, a sealed carbon stack tuned per size, with a machined and anodized aluminum drag knob carrying 10 numbers and 20 detented settings across a single revolution. That layout matters in practice: you can find the setting you used yesterday by feel and by number instead of guessing at knob position. The reel is powder coated for corrosion resistance, has a machined and anodized ergonomic handle, and converts between left and right hand retrieve without tools. Capacities are \u003cstrong\u003eSpectrum C 3\/4\u003c\/strong\u003e at 3 5\/16in diameter and 4 5\/8oz holding a WF4 plus 100yds of 20lb backing, \u003cstrong\u003eSpectrum C 5\/6\u003c\/strong\u003e at 3 5\/8in and 4 7\/8oz holding a WF6 plus 100yds of 20lb, and \u003cstrong\u003eSpectrum C 7\/8\u003c\/strong\u003e at 4in and 6 1\/4oz holding a WF8 plus 200yds of 20lb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIncluded Line, Backing \u0026amp; Leader\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe outfit ships with a \u003cstrong\u003eRIO Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e floating fly line matched to the rod, so a 7wt outfit gets a WF7F and an 8wt outfit gets a WF8F. RIO Gold is the long headed, standard weight member of the Gold family: at WF5F it runs a 47ft head with a long back taper and a 5ft 6in front taper. 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That is the real convenience of buying the outfit rather than three boxes: the whole rig lives in one case, so the reel is never the thing you left at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery new Sage rod and reel bought through an authorized dealer carries Sage's original owner warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, and the same terms apply to both the rod and the Spectrum C reel in this outfit. The coverage is limited to repair or replacement of the rod or reel. It does not cover misuse, neglect, normal wear, fire, theft, missing or lost rod sections, intentional breakage, or modification of the finished rod. Repairs run through Far Bank's service department, which charges a processing and handling fee that varies by model, and you pay shipping to the repair facility while Far Bank covers return shipping. Keep your receipt and register the rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn the Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foundation fly rod, Sage Spectrum C reel, RIO Gold floating fly line, backing, tapered leader, rugged black nylon rod and reel case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine Weight Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4wt through 8wt, 9ft, 4 piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReel Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spectrum C 3\/4 with the 4wt, Spectrum C 5\/6 with the 5wt and 6wt, Spectrum C 7\/8 with the 7wt and 8wt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry fly and dry dropper trout fishing, nymph rigs, streamers on the 6wt, and inshore saltwater and big game work on the 7wt and 8wt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snub-nose cork; standard handle on the 4wt, 5wt and 6wt, fighting butt handle on the 7wt and 8wt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner through Advanced, and specifically a rod a beginner can grow into rather than out of\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlank Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stealth Black with black primary wraps and silver trim wraps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ceramic strippers, hard chromed snakes and tip-top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReel Seat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black anodized aluminum, up-locking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in the USA on Bainbridge Island, Washington\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe outfit arrives lined, so the question is what you add next rather than what you need to start. For a second spool or a replacement of what shipped, the \u003cstrong\u003eRio Gold Premier Fly Line\u003c\/strong\u003e is the same taper family the outfit is built around. If the fast blank feels like it is not loading at the short, tight ranges most trout fishing actually happens at, the \u003cstrong\u003eScientific Anglers Amplitude Smooth Infinity Fly Line\u003c\/strong\u003e is built a half size heavy on a versatile taper and will bend the rod deeper inside 30ft while still handling nymphs and streamers. For streamer work on the 6wt, the \u003cstrong\u003eRio Premier 24ft Sink Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e gets flies down without the kick that makes most sink tips awkward to cast, and RIO's grain conversion puts a 200gr on a 6wt and a 250gr on a 7wt. 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Instead of tying it up like a pair of shoes, it has an all-new cord lock for quick and easy stowage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sage Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - As of March 2022, every new Sage rod and blank is covered by Sage's lifetime, original owner warranty against defects in materials or workmanship. Limited to repair and replacement of the rod or blank, this warranty will not cover defects caused by fire, theft, lost rod sections, intentional breakage, modification, customization, or any damage caused during the building of a blank into a finished rod. 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Swinging flies is a volume game: you make the same sweep, set the same anchor and fish out the same arc a few hundred times before anything eats, so the weight and the diameter of the blank you are holding decide how good your last cast of the run is. Konnetic Technology positions the carbon fiber to build a lighter, decidedly thinner blank, which cuts casting fatigue over a long day and gives the wind less to push against. It also buys torsional stability, so the shaft stops twisting and recovers quickly through the stroke instead of wobbling and bleeding off line speed. The result is a fast action rod with the power to lift a heavy tip off the water and the touch to set a clean touch-and-go anchor, which is why the Sonic reads as a multi-discipline tool rather than a specialist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe stock all eight models Sage builds, from a 5wt trout spey up to a 9wt 14ft Atlantic salmon rod, so the real decision here is which one. Sage designed each length for its own job. The 11ft 6in Switch rods are the short, handy end of the family: they fit smaller water with overhanging branches or steep grassy banks, they are manageable from a boat, and both of them double as overhead beach rods. The 12ft 6in 5wt and 6wt are the light end, built to skate a dry and present a small wet fly delicately to summer steelhead and big trout. The 13ft 6in 7wt and 8wt are the mainstream swing rods, with the length to lift more line, mend farther and hold a controlled swing across a wide run. The two six-piece models exist for travel, and cost more because of the extra ferrules, not because they are different rods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blank is built with \u003cstrong\u003eKonnetic Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e, Sage's carbon fiber positioning process, and the two things it buys on a two-hander are a thinner profile and torsional stability. The thin profile is the part you feel first: less material in the wall means less rod to accelerate through a sweep you will repeat all day, and less surface for a downstream wind to grab on a 13ft 6in shaft. The torsional stability is the part you feel on the delivery. A blank that resists twisting recovers fast and tracks straight, which keeps the load carrying forward through the stroke instead of scattering sideways, and that is where the line speed on a long cast comes from. The action is \u003cstrong\u003efast\u003c\/strong\u003e, and Sage tuned it deliberately wide rather than narrow: the Sonic is built to cover a broad range of grains within its rod weight, from Skagit heads down to Scandi heads and from floating tips out to T-20. In practice that means one Sonic can be your winter rod and your summer rod. The cosmetics are Juniper blank with Charcoal primary thread wraps and Gunmetal trim. 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Hard chrome is the right answer for rods that live in cold rain, snowmelt and tidewater, since it resists the corrosion that pits softer wire, and it adds almost nothing out toward the tip where weight costs the most on a 14ft rod. It also takes the beating of loop-to-loop connections and sink tips clattering through on the retrieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reel seat is a \u003cstrong\u003ecorrosion resistant down-locking anodized aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e unit in Matte Slate. Down-locking is the correct configuration on a two-hander: it seats the reel toward the butt, behind your lower hand, where the mass of a large spey reel helps balance a long blank instead of hanging under your grip. Anodized aluminum is the low-maintenance choice, with no wood insert to swell or check after months of wet hands and rain, and the anodizing plus the matte finish keeps salt spray off the threads and reflection off the water. Ahead of the seat is a \u003cstrong\u003eSuper Plus grade full-wells cork handle with a cork and EVA fighting butt\u003c\/strong\u003e. Super Plus is Sage's top cork grade, which is worth paying attention to on a rod your upper hand grips for a full day, since filled and pitted cork is what starts blistering hands by the afternoon. The EVA in the fighting butt is there because that is the end of the rod that gets set down on gravel and jammed into a wading belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery Sonic ships in a \u003cstrong\u003ematte black powder coated aluminum rod tube\u003c\/strong\u003e with a Sage medallion, and a black rod bag with a Titanium logo and a green model tag. Powder coat over aluminum is a functional choice rather than a cosmetic one: it takes the scuffs of travel and boat storage without the wear you get on bare anodizing. The model tag on the bag is the small detail that earns its keep, because sorting four or six long sections of two different two-handers out of one truck bed in the dark is otherwise a guessing game. On the six-piece travel models the tube is short enough to go inside a normal checked bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sonic carries \u003cstrong\u003eSage's original owner warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e against defects in materials and workmanship, administered by Far Bank. It covers the original owner of a rod bought from an authorized dealer, so keep your receipt and register the rod. It does not cover misuse, neglect, normal wear, fire, theft, missing or lost rod sections, intentional breakage, or modification and customization. Breakage outside that coverage, which is most of what actually kills spey rods, is still handled: Far Bank processes it as a paid repair, and the Sonic sits in the current lineup, so the fee is \u003cstrong\u003e$50 per rod\u003c\/strong\u003e. Older rods cost more to service, at $95 for recent models and $195 for legacy models, and a missing section is $150 on current and recent models. You pay to ship the rod in and Far Bank covers return shipping back to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swinging wet flies, soft hackles, traditionals and intruders on medium to large rivers; summer and winter steelhead, salmon and big trout, plus overhead beach fishing on the switch models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-handed cork spey or switch grip, Super Plus grade full-wells with a cork and EVA fighting butt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate to Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine Weight Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5wt through 9wt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitch Models:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7wt 11ft 6in 4 piece (Sage 7116-4) and 8wt 11ft 6in 4 piece (8116-4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpey Models:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5wt 12ft 6in 4 piece (5126-4), 6wt 12ft 6in 4 piece (6126-4), 7wt 13ft 6in 4 piece (7136-4), 8wt 13ft 6in 4 piece (8136-4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTravel Models:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7wt 13ft 6in 6 piece (7136-6) and 9wt 14ft 6 piece (9140-6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublished Grain Windows:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5wt 12ft 6in, Skagit 350-400gr and Scandi 300-350gr; 6wt 12ft 6in, Skagit 400-450gr and Scandi 350-400gr\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skagit through Scandi heads, floating through T-20 tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlank:\u003c\/strong\u003e Konnetic Technology, Juniper with Charcoal primary and Gunmetal trim wraps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade In:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bainbridge Island, Washington\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo-handed rods are lined by grain weight, not by the number printed on the blank, so buy to the head weight. Sage publishes a specific window for the two light models, Skagit 350-400gr and Scandi 300-350gr on the 5wt 12ft 6in and Skagit 400-450gr and Scandi 350-400gr on the 6wt, and describes the rest of the family as covering a wide grain range within each rod weight rather than committing to a number, so call us before you buy a head for a 7wt, 8wt or 9wt Sonic. Rio is Sage's sister brand under Far Bank and is the natural pairing. For sink tips and big winter flies, the \u003cstrong\u003eRio Elite Skagit MAX Launch Shooting Head\u003c\/strong\u003e is the broadest single answer: its rear-loaded taper loads a fast blank deep and turns a T-tip over cleanly, and it runs 400gr through 750gr, which reaches from the 6wt window up past anything the 9wt 14ft will want. If you are fishing the 5wt, or you want a shorter and more aggressive head for the 11ft 6in switch rods in tight quarters, the \u003cstrong\u003eRio Elite Skagit MAX Power Shooting Head\u003c\/strong\u003e starts at 350gr and runs to 650gr, so it covers the 5wt's 350-400gr window and loads fast at short range where there is no room for a long sweep. For floating line work, skated dries and small wets once the water warms, the \u003cstrong\u003eRio Elite Scandi Body Shooting Head\u003c\/strong\u003e is the other half of the system, with 300gr and 325gr sizes inside the 5wt Scandi window, 350gr through 400gr for the 6wt, and grains to 610gr for the larger rods. All three are shooting heads rather than integrated lines, so plan on a running line as well.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sage","offers":[{"title":"5wt \/ 12ft 6in \/ Two-Handed Spey","offer_id":48478182572265,"sku":"SKU644269252970","price":850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 12ft 6in \/ Two-Handed Spey","offer_id":48478182605033,"sku":"SKU644269252987","price":850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 11ft 6in \/ Two Handed Switch","offer_id":48478182441193,"sku":"SKU644269248690","price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 13ft 6in \/ Two-Handed Spey","offer_id":48478182506729,"sku":"SKU644269248706","price":850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 11ft 6in \/ Two Handed Switch","offer_id":48478182473961,"sku":"SKU644269248744","price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 13ft 6in \/ Two-Handed Spey","offer_id":48478182539497,"sku":"SKU644269248751","price":850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9wt \/ 14ft \/ Two-Handed Spey","offer_id":48478182637801,"sku":"SKU644269248782","price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 13ft 6in - 6pc \/ Two-Handed Spey","offer_id":49096042709225,"sku":"SKU644269248713","price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/sage-rods-sage-sonic-spey-switch-rods-1199942093.png?v=1761871203"},{"product_id":"sage-spey-r8-rod","title":"Sage Spey R8 Rod","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=KGQ541N]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}#html-body [data-pb-style=YHA2XKU],#html-body [data-pb-style=YW3K38Y]{width:100%;border-width:1px;border-color:#cecece;display:inline-block}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"KGQ541N\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSage' R8 family of rods has been heaving in large fish and making casting effortless since its inception, and following that path with their single-hand R8 rods, Sage' two-hand R8 series is ready for anything from casting Skagit heads in tight corners to making traditional downstream spey presentations on the Deschutes. Starting with Sage' Revolution 8 Graphite Technology, these rods are ultra-lightweight, super responsive, and load flawlessly. Taking the three principles of proper spey casting techniques–the lift, the load, and the delivery–Sage' R8 Spey Rods have a butter-smooth energy transfer through each step, making it easy to bomb those across-the-stream-casts or pick apart the boulder field that' just downstream of you. Sage focuses on versatility across a wide range of casting situations and environments with their R8 Spey, and each model boasts a unique ability to handle a vast range of two-hand scenarios. Spanning over a dozen different lengths and line weights, rods in the Spey R8 collection run anywhere from a 15' 10-weight to a 12'6\" 5-weight, giving you options whether you're looking to hook the freshest Atlantic on the Matapedia River, swing up some winter steel on the East coast, or crush aggressive bronzebacks on your local warmwater river. Each Spey R8 Rod is built with state-of-the-art components, offering features like Fuji K-Series \"Tangle Free\" stripping guides, an aluminum down-locking reel seat, Super-Plus Grade Cork Handles, and even a throwback color that' sure to sing to the hearts of those who loved classic rods like Sage' RPLX and their GFL series from long ago. An all-new rod and one that' sure to up your two-hand game, the R8 Spey Rods are ready to swing, skate, drift, or strip your way into a variety of different fishing situations this season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRevolution 8 Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e - Revolution 8 (or R8) is Sage' newest blank technology, and its key focuses lie in a combination of seamless fishing versatility–whether that be species, habitats, or conditions. The R8 Tech combines a stiffer backbone with an ultra-sensitive tip and consistent connectivity between you, your rod, your line, and the fish at hand. So how does Sage manage to pull this off? It starts with the use of a proprietary aerospace composite that allowed Sage to \"dimensionally grow taper diameter more quickly from the tip\" and then combines a nano-sintered resin application that enhances axial durability while placing additional fiber into the blank without increasing weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd although the R8 Spey Rods are built with fish-catching performance at their core, they come in a downright elegant Ale color with gold accenting thread wraps. Not only is this a truly timeless color selection, but it' also inspired by the color of Sage rods that have been loved for decades–like we said, think back to things like their Graphite III series of rods, and you'll quickly see how this color has been setting the bar for longer than most can remember.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuji K-Series \"Tangle Free\" Stripper Guides \u003c\/strong\u003e- The perfect complement to an already lightweight rod that' able to bomb casts and send line across wide rivers, Sage utilizes Fuji K-Series \"Tangle Free\" Stripping Guines in their R8 Spey Rods. Not only are these guides lightweight, slick as snot, durable, and anti-corrosive, but they feature tangle-free tech that prevents you from bombing a cast only to find your running line in a knot–this addition really is the best of all worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHard Chromed Snake Guides \u0026amp; Tip Top\u003c\/strong\u003e - An industry standard that gives flawless performance and a look that just seems right, Sage' R8 Spey Rods are equipped with Hard Chromed Snake Guides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum Down-Locking (Up-Locking for Switch Models) w\/ Walnut Insert Reel Seat \u003c\/strong\u003e- As equally functional as it is beautiful, Sage uses an aluminum reel seat with a walnut insert. This configuration locks your reel in no matter what anadromous fish is on the other end, and its walnut insert keeps things looking classy whether you're swinging downstream or sipping a flask of Scotch after releasing the fish of the trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBronze Aluminum rod tube w\/ Granite Top and Sage medallion\u003c\/strong\u003e - Like everything in the grouping of R8 Spey Rods, the quality of the included rod tube is no exception. Housed in a Bronze Aluminum tube that' equipped with a Granite Top and Sage medallion, this tube keeps your investment safe whether it' tucked in airplane cargo or riding in a canoe on the way to salmon camp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sage Warranty - As of March 2022, every new Sage rod and blank is covered by Sage' lifetime, original owner warranty against defects in materials or workmanship. Limited to repair and replacement of the rod or blank, this warranty will not cover defects caused by fire, theft, lost rod sections, intentional breakage, modification and customization, or any damage caused during the building of a blank into a finished rod. Sage charges a processing fee to handle any warranty processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast-action\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-hand spey fishing for anadromous fish including Atlantic salmon, steelhead, and salmon on rivers and streams. Skagit and Scandi lines with streamers, poppers, and natural presentations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all_water.jpg?v=1755429332\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"divider\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003chr data-element=\"line\" data-pb-style=\"YHA2XKU\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\ntable {\n border-collapse: collapse;\n width: 100%;\n}\ntd, th {\n border: 1px solid #dddddd;\n text-align: left;\n padding: 8px;\n}\nth {\n background-color: #f2f2f2;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"KGQ541N\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSage Spey R8 Handle Specifics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLine Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRod Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPEY R8 5126-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5WT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12' 6\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\" Fore Grip\/4.5\" Rear Grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPEY R8 6130-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6WT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13\" Fore Grip\/5\" Rear Grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPEY R8 7116-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7WT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11' 6\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11\" Fore Grip\/ 4\" Rear Grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPEY R8 7126-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7WT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12' 6\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\" Fore Grip\/4.5\" Rear Grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPEY R8 7130-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7WT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13\" Fore Grip\/5\" Rear Grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPEY R8 7136-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7WT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13' 6\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13\" Fore Grip\/5\" Rear Grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPEY R8 8116-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8WT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11' 6\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11\" Fore Grip\/ 4\" Rear Grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPEY R8 8126-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8WT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12' 6\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\" Fore Grip\/4.5\" Rear Grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPEY R8 8130-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8WT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13\" Fore Grip\/5\" Rear Grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPEY R8 8136-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8WT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13' 6\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13\" Fore Grip\/5\" Rear Grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPEY R8 9130-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9WT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14\" Fore Grip\/5\" Rear Grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPEY R8 9140-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9WT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14\" Fore Grip\/5\" Rear Grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPEY R8 10150-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10WT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15\" Fore Grip\/5\" Rear Grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"divider\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003chr data-element=\"line\" data-pb-style=\"YW3K38Y\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-spey-lite-skagit-head\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eScientific Anglers Integrated Skagit Spey Lite Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/rio-elite-skagit-max-launch-shooting-head\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRio Elite Skagit MAX Launch Shooting Head\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sage","offers":[{"title":"5wt \/ 12ft 6in","offer_id":48478185259241,"sku":"SKU644269253007","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 13ft","offer_id":48478185423081,"sku":"SKU644269253014","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 11ft 6in","offer_id":48478185193705,"sku":"SKU644269253021","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 12ft 6in","offer_id":48478185292009,"sku":"SKU644269253038","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 13ft","offer_id":48478185455849,"sku":"SKU644269253045","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 13ft 6in","offer_id":48478185357545,"sku":"SKU644269253052","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 11ft 6in","offer_id":48478185226473,"sku":"SKU644269253069","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 12ft 6in","offer_id":48478185324777,"sku":"SKU644269253076","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 13ft","offer_id":48478185488617,"sku":"SKU644269253083","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 13ft 6in","offer_id":48478185390313,"sku":"SKU644269253090","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9wt \/ 13ft","offer_id":48478185521385,"sku":"SKU644269253106","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9wt \/ 14ft","offer_id":48478185554153,"sku":"SKU644269253113","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10wt \/ 15ft","offer_id":48478185586921,"sku":"SKU644269252994","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/sage-rods-sage-spey-r8-rod-1199956391.jpg?v=1761631815"},{"product_id":"scott-centric-fly-rod","title":"Scott Centric Fly Rod","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Scott Centric replaced the much-loved Radian fly rod series as Scott's fast action rod series for performance in a variety of freshwater scenarios. This series has a lot of similarities to the Radian Series and is built for anglers who prefer a fast rod and cast with a quick casting stroke. That being said, it's a little more refined than that. If you haven't cast this series yet, trust us, you'll be glad you did.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReAct Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e - ReAct is Scott's proprietary technology for reducing vibrations and increasing recovery speed. It does this by combining their X-Core design with new materials and tapers. The result is a rod that is extremely high performing, yet retains the feel that we've come to expect from Scott.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Modulus Design\u003c\/strong\u003e - Scott's Centric has a Multi-Modulus blank design that creates smoother rod flex and line recovery by varying fiber tensile modulus throughout the rod. This technology allows Scott to control stiffness and flexibility at every point along the rod blank. The result? Smooth, fine-tuned performance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiberfuse, Arc 2, and Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Centric is made with an advanced Fiberfuse resin that allows superior chemical bonding throughout the rod blank for a stronger fly rod design. Arc 2 (Advanced Reinforced Carbon) adds to the rod's strength and reduces torque. The Centric is also made with hollow internal ferrule technology and a natural, unsanded finish to keep the rod insanely lightweight in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitanium Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - The titanium stripping guides on the Centric are functional and durable for enhanced freshwater performance. These guides feature super slick zirconia inserts that minimize line friction traveling through the guides so you can make that long-distance cast with ease.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Glare Universal Snake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - The low-glare snake guides allow anglers to sneak up on spooky trout easily without being noticed. They're also beautifully durable and highly functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUplocking w\/Micarta Insert\u003c\/strong\u003e - Scott has built a lot of features into the reel seat of the Centric. The fully milled reel seat features speed threads, easy-grip knurling, a self-indexing hood, micarta inserts, and a special Delrin lock washer. To top it all off, the seats are coated in a type 3 flat black hard coat for increased durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum Rod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Centric comes with the same ultra-durable aluminum rod tube that comes with all Scott Rods. The tube will protect the rod against even the meanest baggage handlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScott Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Scott Centric, like all Scott fly rods, is covered by the Scott Lifetime Warranty, which covers the rod for the life of the original owner. Repairs can take 10 to 12 weeks from the time Scott receives the rod. Rods must be registered within 30 days of purchase to qualify for the warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Fast\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater, Nymphs, Dry Flies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Freshwater, Nymphs, Dry Flies\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all-nymph.jpg?v=1791230241\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Wells\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Full Wells\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw.jpg?v=1791230258\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate - Expert\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Intermediate - Expert\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe highly recommend using a trout specific line. Our favorite for trout applications is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-amplitude-mpx-fly-line\"\u003eScientific Anglers Amplitude MPX Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Scott","offers":[{"title":"4wt \/ 8ft 6in \/ Full-Wells","offer_id":48478219469033,"sku":"SKU816428017588","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 9ft \/ Full-Wells","offer_id":48478219501801,"sku":"SKU816428017595","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 10ft \/ Full-Wells","offer_id":48478219370729,"sku":"SKU816428017663","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft \/ Full-Wells","offer_id":48478219534569,"sku":"SKU816428017601","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft 6in \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478219567337,"sku":"SKU816428017649","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 10ft \/ Full-Wells","offer_id":48478219403497,"sku":"SKU816428017670","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft \/ Full-Wells","offer_id":48478219665641,"sku":"SKU816428017618","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478219632873,"sku":"SKU816428017625","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft 6in \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478219600105,"sku":"SKU816428017656","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478219436265,"sku":"SKU816428017687","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478219698409,"sku":"SKU816428017632","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/scott-rods-scott-centric-fly-rod-1199942067.jpg?v=1761872521"},{"product_id":"scott-session-fly-rod","title":"Scott Session Fly Rod","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=CKLV8BW]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-content-type=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-pb-style=\"CKLV8BW\" data-element=\"inner\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-enable-parallax=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCasting Stimulators over brookies high in the mountains, stripping crawdads over pre-spawn larrys on the local lake, drifting eggs in front of dropback steelhead, or tightlining a nymph on your favorite wild trout stream, Scott's all-new Session family of rods is equipped to handle every fishy situation you find yourself in. The Session combines Scott's latest technologies like ReAct, ARC 2 and Carbon Link to create a rod that has exceptional line speed, fine-tuned loop control, and accuracy like no other, all in a lightweight package. And for practical convenience, the Session has a new grip construction and a hook keeper so your fly is always waiting for those in-the-heat-of-the-moment-presentations. The Session is built in Montrose, Colorado in line weights 8 through 3 in various lengths, so you have an option for nearly every freshwater fishing session you'd find yourself in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReAct Technology \u003c\/strong\u003e- To provide flawless accuracy, impressive line speed, and complete control, Scott begins their Session Rods with ReAct technology. ReAct Technology combines Scott's X-Core technology with a clean taper and complex materials to give your rod swift recovery, so you never need to worry about those subtle vibrations killing feel or compromising your energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Modulus\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Session also features Scott's Multi-Modulus design. 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With Scott's subtle grey Natural Finish, accenting green thread wraps, and even the dyed Elder wood insert on the reel seat, this rod is as classy as it is functional. And not only does Scott's Natural Finish contribute to a solid appearance, but it also works to enhance durability by leaving the exterior powerful fiber in the blank. Oh, and with an added hook keeper, convenience is always there as you navigate to the next pool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003eGuides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilicone Nitride Stripping Guides \u003c\/strong\u003e- A solid choice for the Session, the Silicone Nitride Stripping Guides are ultra-smooth, super durable, and ready to help you launch flies across the bank with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Wire Snake Guides \u003c\/strong\u003e- Designed to shed weight while letting your line rip freely through the guides, Scott uses Light Wire Snake Guides to finish off their Session Fly Rod. 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This tube is perfect for the traveling angler and it also gives a great place for your rod to rest when you're not on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs of March 2023, Scott offers a full warranty to the original owner for the lifetime of the product when bought from Scott directly or an authorized Scott dealer. In order to put this warranty to use, you must register your rod within 30 days of ownership. Scott's warranty will cover just about everything with the exception of intentional damage, damage caused by neglect, theft, or lost\/stolen rods or sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast-action\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Fast-action\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nymphs, dry flies, streamers, poppers, and wet flies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Nymphs, dry flies, streamers, poppers, and wet flies\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/dry-nym-sm.jpg?v=1791230250\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"56\" width=\"450\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all-nymph.jpg?v=1791230241\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Wells w\/ Fighting Butt\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Full Wells w\/ Fighting Butt\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level: \u003c\/strong\u003eIntermediate (learn more)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"128\" width=\"443\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/ability_level_9d73c117-9174-401d-babd-d8392f5e1478.jpg?v=1791230237\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/rio-gold-premier-fly-line\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRio Gold Premier Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-amplitude-smooth-infinity-fly-line\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eScientific Anglers Amplitude Smooth Infinity Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Scott","offers":[{"title":"3wt \/ 8ft \/ Full Wells","offer_id":48478221140201,"sku":"SKU816428019445","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 8ft 6in \/ Full Wells","offer_id":48478221172969,"sku":"SKU816428019452","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells","offer_id":48478221205737,"sku":"SKU816428019469","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells","offer_id":48478221074665,"sku":"SKU816428019537","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells","offer_id":48478221238505,"sku":"SKU816428019476","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft 6in \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478221271273,"sku":"SKU816428019513","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells","offer_id":48478221107433,"sku":"SKU816428019544","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells","offer_id":48478221336809,"sku":"SKU816428019483","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft 6in \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478221304041,"sku":"SKU816428019520","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478221369577,"sku":"SKU816428019490","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478221402345,"sku":"SKU816428019506","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/scott-rods-scott-session-fly-rod-1199937279.jpg?v=1761873123"},{"product_id":"scott-swing-fly-rod","title":"Scott Swing Fly Rod","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Scott Swing Fly Rod was built for a swung-fly world that stopped being one thing a long time ago. A modern two-hander has to lift a heavy sink tip and a lead-eyed Intruder off the dangle in February and then put a small soft hackle on a greased line without dragging a wake in June, and most rods are honest about only half of that. Scott's answer was to rethink the blank geometry rather than the marketing: rod designer Jim Bartschi built the Swing series on large diameter blanks with thin walls, so the rods look bigger than the spey rods you are used to while weighing noticeably less, and they keep talking to your hands through the whole stroke instead of going numb under a heavy head.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat combination of progressive load and fast recovery is what lets one family cover the entire two-handed spectrum, and Scott built it out to fifteen models. There are two single hand rods at 9ft 8in in 7wt and 8wt, short and light double handers at 11ft 8in in 4wt and 6wt for trout spey, the all around 12ft 8in rods in 6wt through 10wt that handle most steelhead and salmon water in North America, long rods at 13ft 8in and 14ft 8in, and a group Scott calls the Viking Sticks, Scandinavian-style rods at 14ft 1in, 15ft 1in and 16ft 1in for anglers who want to cover a big river with a long belly and an underhand stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Swing carries the same core technologies as Scott's flagship Centric and Sector rods, applied to two-handed tapers. \u003cstrong\u003eX-Core\u003c\/strong\u003e is the foundation, an expanded core design that runs a larger blank diameter with thinner walls. Diameter is proportional to stiffness and strength, so going bigger and thinner buys stability and feel without buying weight, and it is the single biggest reason a 13ft 8in Swing does not fish like the club that number suggests. \u003cstrong\u003eReAct\u003c\/strong\u003e handles the other half of the problem. Distance and accuracy get eaten by vibration that keeps traveling through the blank after the stroke is finished, and ReAct speeds up how quickly the blank stops moving instead of killing the waves by stiffening the rod with more material. On a two-hander that shows up as tracking: the tip settles where you aimed it rather than throwing the head off line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderneath those are multi-directional, multi-modulus layups that vary fiber orientation and tensile modulus along the length of the rod, \u003cstrong\u003eARC2\u003c\/strong\u003e hoop reinforcement to resist ovaling under load, and Scott's \u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Link\u003c\/strong\u003e resin system, which binds the fiber matrix with less resin and more consistent fiber placement. The finished action is medium-fast with a deep, progressive load, which is the profile that suits a sustained anchor cast: the rod tells you where it is in the sweep and gives you a readable moment to apply power. Every Swing is hand-built one at a time in Montrose, Colorado.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - New titanium frames with silicon nitride inserts, developed for the Swing and not found on Scott's other rods. Silicon nitride is a ceramic that is harder and slicker than the oxide inserts on most spey rods, which matters more here than on a single hander because every cast shoots thirty to eighty feet of running line through that one guide under load. The frames are also shaped to be tangle-free, which is the real complaint with thin mono and braided running lines: loose coils on the deck or in the water find a conventional frame and wrap it, and this geometry lets them slide off. Less friction at the stripper means more of the energy you built in the D-loop actually reaches the far bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Snake Brand Universal snake guides run the rest of the blank. They are hard chromed for corrosion resistance and formed with a consistent wire profile that keeps the line path smooth, which is the sensible choice on a rod that spends its life in cold, wet, mineral-heavy water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reel seat is fully milled from aluminum and finished in Mil-Spec III hard coat anodize, a type 3 process that penetrates the surface of the aluminum rather than sitting on top of it. It is the hardest and most corrosion resistant finish available, it resists galvanic reaction where an aluminum seat meets a dissimilar reel foot, and on a winter steelhead rod that is not a cosmetic question. The threads are cut deliberately aggressive so you can seat and unseat a reel with cold, wet hands or gloves on, and the reel foot pockets are specially milled to hold both current performance spey reels and most vintage reel feet, which are wider and squarer than anything made today. Ahead and behind the seat are new front and rear grip designs turned from Flor grade cork, the top grade available. On a rod where both hands live on cork for a thousand casts a day, grip shape and cork quality are comfort features, not trim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Swing ships in a Scott aluminum rod case with a cloth rod bag. Scott sizes its cases to the rod rather than using one diameter for the line, and four piece two-handed rods of 13ft and longer travel in the 2.5in case. 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The Evos family of rods incorporates a state-of-the-art MITO Graphene blank, exclusive to St. Croix, that gives serious loop control, on-the-dime accuracy, and hoop strength like no other. This innovative blank technology meets a fast action and IPC (Integrated Poly Curve) mandrel tooling for added strength, excellent rod recovery, and top-notch energy transfer. St. Croix’s also utilizes its Fortified Resin System (FRS) to increase the blank’s strength by 33%. A well-designed family of rods, the Evos series is made in Park Falls, WI, and features sixteen different models that range from an 8’6” 4 weight to a 10’ 8 weight, giving the angler an option whether chasing something hefty like carp or smaller like brookies. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMITO Graphene Blank - St. Croix’s Evos Fly Rods have a MITO Graphene blank. 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Crafted from a high-modulus blend of carbon fibers, the Imperial USA series combines St. Croix’s SCII and SCIV to create this rod that casts like a dream and has durability where you want it. The Imperial USA Rods are made in Park Falls, Wisconsin in line weights 2 through 10 and have length options that range from 6’ all the way to 10’. 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The uplocking design seats your reel with confidence, while a wooden insert adds a timeless aesthetic. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUplocking, Machined Aluminum Reel Seat (line weights 7 through 10) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e- Made to lock your reel in nice and secure while resisting corrosion, St. Croix’s 7 through 10 weight models feature a machined aluminum reel seat. With this machined aluminum, you get long-lasting performance as well as a feel that’s light in the hand. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTo keep your Imperial USA Rod nice and safe everywhere it goes, this series of rods come with a rugged rod case that has a handle and polypropylene liner. This case is super strong and can stand up to anything that you throw its way. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs of August 2022, St. Croix’s Imperial USA Rods are covered by St. Croix’s 15-year transferable warranty. St. Croix reserves the right to review each warranty on a case-by-case basis to determine the best course of action. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Fast action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Nymphing, Dry flies, Streamers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/dry-nym-sm.jpg?v=1791230250\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Snub-Nose Half Wells (line weights 2 through 6)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/snhw.jpg?v=1791230271\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFull Wells with Fighting Butt (line weights 7 through 10)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Intermediate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\" width=\"300\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rio-gold-premier-fly-line\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRio Gold Premier Fly Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rio-premier-streamer-tip-fly-line\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRio Premier Streamer Tip Fly Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"St. Croix","offers":[{"title":"2wt \/ 6ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478298964201,"sku":"SKU780647096597-IU602.2","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3wt \/ 7ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478299029737,"sku":"SKU780647096610-IU703.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4wt \/ 7ft 6in \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478299062505,"sku":"SKU780647096627-IU764.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4wt \/ 8ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478299095273,"sku":"SKU780647096634-IU804.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4wt \/ 8ft 6in \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478299128041,"sku":"SKU780647096641-IU864.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4wt \/ 9ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478299193577,"sku":"SKU780647096658-IU904.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5wt \/ 8ft 6in 4pc \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478298833129,"sku":"SKU780647096672-IU865.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478299226345,"sku":"SKU780647096689-IU905.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478298865897,"sku":"SKU780647096726-IU1006.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478299291881,"sku":"SKU780647096719-IU906.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478298898665,"sku":"SKU780647096733-IU1007.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478299324649,"sku":"SKU780647096757-IU907.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478298931433,"sku":"SKU780647096740-IU1008.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478299357417,"sku":"SKU780647096764-IU908.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8wt \/ 9ft 6in \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478299259113,"sku":"SKU780647096788-IU968.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"9wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478299390185,"sku":"SKU780647096795-IU909.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478299160809,"sku":"SKU780647096818-IU9010.4","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/st-croix-rods-st-croix-imperial-usa-fly-rod-1199954400.jpg?v=1762023964"},{"product_id":"st-croix-imperial-usa-switch-rod","title":"St. Croix Imperial USA Switch Rod","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe St. Croix Imperial USA Switch Rod is the two-hander for anglers who are not ready to stop single-hand casting. A switch rod is a short spey rod, 11 feet here instead of the 13 feet of a full spey blank, and that length is the whole argument: long enough to sweep a head and swing a fly across a medium river with no backcast room behind you, short enough to pick up and throw overhead with one hand when the run turns into a nymphing seam or a far bank that wants a streamer. St. Croix builds this one on the same SCIV and SCII carbon blend that runs through the Imperial USA family and gives it a fast action under a two-handed cork grip, which is aimed squarely at the angler who wants to swing flies without buying a rod that can only swing flies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe series is four models, all 11 feet, all four piece, all fast action: IU1105.4 in #5, IU1106.4 in #6, IU1107.4 in #7 and IU1108.4 in #8. That is the complete Imperial USA Switch matrix, and it is exactly what we stock. One thing worth sorting out before you read the specs: St. Croix currently sells three separate Imperial fly families, the single-hand Imperial USA, this Imperial USA Switch, and the saltwater Imperial Salt. They do not share hardware. Everything below is taken from St. Croix's Imperial USA Switch pages specifically, so the reel seat, grip and case described here are the switch versions and not the single-hand ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blank is a \u003cstrong\u003eblend of high-modulus, high-strain SCIV carbon and premium-grade SCII carbon\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is St. Croix's way of putting the stiffer, lighter material where the rod has to recover fast and the more forgiving material where it has to take abuse. On a switch rod that matters more than it does on a nine foot trout rod, because you are loading the blank with a heavy head and a sink tip against a static anchor rather than against a clean backcast, and the butt section takes a load a single-hander never sees.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Poly Curve (IPC) mandrel tooling\u003c\/strong\u003e is the taper technology underneath it. IPC removes the abrupt transition points that a conventionally tooled mandrel leaves in a blank, so the bend runs as one continuous curve and energy moves through the rod without a flat spot to dump it into. \u003cstrong\u003eFortified Resin System (FRS)\u003c\/strong\u003e is the resin side of the same idea, and St. Croix rates it at a 33 percent increase in blank strength, which is the number worth caring about on a rod you will be repeatedly loading with weighted flies flying past your ear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe four sections join with St. Croix's \u003cstrong\u003ereinforced Slim Profile Ferrule (SPF)\u003c\/strong\u003e design, a thinner, stronger joint that keeps a four piece 11 foot rod bending like one piece instead of stiffening at three hinge points. The whole blank gets \u003cstrong\u003etwo coats of Flex-Coat slow cure finish\u003c\/strong\u003e. The action is fast in every model, and St. Croix designs and precision crafts the Imperial USA Switch in Park Falls, Wisconsin, which is what the USA in the name is actually claiming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - \u003cstrong\u003eKigan Master Hand 3D stripping guides with aluminum-oxide rings and black frames\u003c\/strong\u003e. The stripper does more work on a two-hander than on any single-hand rod, because every spey cast fires the entire running line through that one guide in a single stroke under full load. Aluminum-oxide is hard and slick, so more of the energy you built in the D-loop reaches the fly, and the ring will not groove and start chewing line coating after a season of glacial silt and sand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - St. Croix's current Imperial USA Switch page lists \u003cstrong\u003echrome snake guides\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the Imperial USA family feature sheet on St. Croix's dealer portal lists \u003cstrong\u003eSea Guide snake guides with a black PVD coating\u003c\/strong\u003e for added hardness and slickness. Both descriptions point at the same requirement: a corrosion-resistant plated guide that adds almost no weight out toward the tip, where weight costs the most on an 11 foot blank, and that survives loop-to-loop connections and sink tips clattering through on every retrieve. If the exact snake guide on a given production year matters to you, ask us and we will look at the rod in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe switch models use an \u003cstrong\u003euplocking, machined-aluminum reel seat with a fighting butt and an EVA end cap\u003c\/strong\u003e. Machined aluminum is the right answer on a rod that will spend winter days wet: nothing to swell or check, nothing to corrode, and enough clamping force to hold a heavy spey reel through thousands of sweeps without walking loose. Note that this is where the switch rods diverge from the single-hand Imperial USA lineup, whose lighter models carry a wood insert in the seat. The switch rods do not.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAhead of the seat is a \u003cstrong\u003etwo-handed premium-grade cork handle\u003c\/strong\u003e, the long foregrip and short rear grip layout that lets your lower hand drive the stroke rather than your upper arm, and the EVA end cap takes the wear that a bare cork butt would collect from being set down on gravel a hundred times a day. A \u003cstrong\u003eKigan hook-keeper\u003c\/strong\u003e is fitted ahead of the grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rod ships in a \u003cstrong\u003erugged rod case with a carry handle and a divided polypropylene liner\u003c\/strong\u003e. The divided liner is the part that earns its keep on a four piece 11 foot rod: each section rides in its own channel instead of grinding against its neighbors every time the case moves, and the carry handle means the longest thing in your luggage is also the easiest thing to pick up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSt. Croix's Imperial USA feature sheet lists a \u003cstrong\u003e15-year transferable warranty backed by St. Croix Superstar Service\u003c\/strong\u003e. Transferable is the unusual word there, since most rod guarantees at any price stop with the original owner, and a St. Croix that changes hands inside the 15 year window keeps its coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn fees, checked against St. Croix's service and warranty page on August 17, 2026: in-warranty claims carry a \u003cstrong\u003e$60 warranty processing fee\u003c\/strong\u003e, which St. Croix says covers shipping, handling, materials and overhead, and unpaid claims are not processed. If you would rather move up a series while your rod is in for service, St. Croix offers an upgrade for \u003cstrong\u003e$30 plus the price difference\u003c\/strong\u003e between your warranty rod and the model you want. Out-of-warranty rods go through a separate form and are billed per St. Croix's own tier chart. One exclusion is worth knowing before you ship anything: St. Croix states that a rod submitted with guide, reel seat or cork damage will not have its claim processed, so send the rod in with its hardware intact and its broken section clearly the broken section.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swinging wet flies, soft hackles and streamers on medium rivers; indicator nymphing at range; overhead single-hand work when the run calls for it; steelhead, salmon and large river trout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-handed premium-grade cork switch grip with a fighting butt and EVA end cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate to Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine Weight Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e #5 through #8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModels:\u003c\/strong\u003e IU1105.4 #5 11ft 4 piece, IU1106.4 #6 11ft 4 piece, IU1107.4 #7 11ft 4 piece, IU1108.4 #8 11ft 4 piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlank:\u003c\/strong\u003e SCIV and SCII carbon with IPC mandrel tooling, Fortified Resin System and reinforced Slim Profile Ferrules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade In:\u003c\/strong\u003e Park Falls, Wisconsin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSt. Croix does not publish a grain window for the Imperial USA Switch, only the line weight printed on the blank, so the simplest path is a line that is itself rated by switch rod line weight rather than by grains alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRio Elite Switch Indicator Fly Line\u003c\/strong\u003e is the cleanest one to one match we carry, sized #5, #6, #7 and #8 against our four rods. 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The carbon fiber spacer keeps the bottom half of the rod lightweight, while the double uplocking anodized aluminum components and angled reel hood lock any freshwater reel in place. The reel seat holds up well to dings and scrapes and leads into a premium cork grip on every rod model. The larger models have an anodized aluminum spacer instead of the Carbon Fiber spacer seen on smaller rod models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCordura Rod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e - The TFO LK Legacy comes in a Cordura rod tube to protect the rod during travel and transportation. Most TFO rods don't come with rod tubes; however, TFO has included a rod tube in some of their latest rod models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTFO Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - As of October 2020, TFO rods purchased from an authorized dealer have a no-fault lifetime warranty for the life of the registered owner. TFO will always repair or replace (at no cost to the customer) any rod with faulty workmanship or manufacturer defects. If your rod breaks or is damaged from normal wear and tear, TFO charges $35 for repairs, processing, shipping, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.jpg?v=1791230253\" alt=\"Fast\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all-nymph.jpg?v=1791230241\" alt=\"Freshwater\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.jpg?v=1791230256\" alt=\"Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reversed Half Wells \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/rhw.jpg?v=1791230268\" alt=\"Reversed Half Wells\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate - Expert \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/int-exp.jpg?v=1791230258\" alt=\"Intermediate - Expert\" width=\"300\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-size: 10px;\" href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe highly recommend using a freshwater specific line for the lighter rod models. Our favorite for all water applications is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-amplitude-mpx-fly-line\"\u003eScientific Anglers Amplitude MPX Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"TFO","offers":[{"title":"3wt \/ 8ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48478316986601,"sku":"SKU086994084363","price":319.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4wt \/ 8ft 6in \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48478317019369,"sku":"SKU086994084370","price":319.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4wt \/ 9ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48478317052137,"sku":"SKU086994084387","price":319.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48478317084905,"sku":"SKU086994084394","price":319.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft \/ Reversed Half-Wells","offer_id":48478317150441,"sku":"SKU086994084400","price":319.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478317117673,"sku":"SKU086994084417","price":319.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft 6in \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478317281513,"sku":"SKU086994084424","price":319.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478317183209,"sku":"SKU086994084431","price":319.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft 6in \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478317314281,"sku":"SKU086994084448","price":319.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478317215977,"sku":"SKU086994084455","price":319.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8wt \/ 10ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478317248745,"sku":"SKU086994084462","price":319.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/tfo-rods-tfo-lk-legacy-fly-rod-1199954100.jpg?v=1761909361"},{"product_id":"tfo-lk-legacy-spey-rod","title":"TFO LK Legacy Spey Rod","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LK Legacy Two-Hander, like the single-handed version, is designed for intermediate and expert casters searching for a faster rod with high power levels, incredible recovery speeds, and laser-like loops. This is a rod for windy conditions and technical fishing when power makes a big difference. That being said, it's a technical rod, so it' not as forgiving or caster-friendly as other Spey rods on the market. If you’re an experienced Spey angler looking for a technical tool, this is a value-packed rod with excellent performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Modulus Carbon Fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e - TFO has produced a high-performance fast-action rod blank by using high modulus carbon fiber and a tip flex design. These blanks have a stiffer butt section than a normal two-handed rod and increased power levels to help you throw tight loops in any condition. The blank is finished with a matte grey color tipped with hunter green thread wraps for stealth and performance on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Large Stainless Steel Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Two large black-frame stainless steel stripping guides accommodate any fly line on all Spey rod models. These guides minimize line friction to help the angler shoot Spey lines with ease.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStainless-Steel Snake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - TFO has stepped up its componentry game on the LK Legacy TH and added stainless steel double-foot snake guides for increased durability and decreased fly line friction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUplocking w\/ Anodized Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e - The double uplocking anodized aluminum reel seat on the LK Legacy TH is practical and highly durable. The anodized aluminum holds up well to dings and scrapes, and the uplocking components anchor any larger Spey reel in place. These rods have composite cork handles that are easy and comfortable to grip and fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCordura Rod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e - The TFO LK Legacy TH comes in a Cordura rod tube to protect the rod during travel and transportation. Most TFO rods don’t come with rod tubes; however, TFO has included a rod tube in some of their latest rod models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs of August 2022, TFO offers a warranty that covers defects in material and workmanship. Should you break or damage your rod due to an accident or typical wear and tear, TFO offers repair or a replacement for a fee. TFO also offers replacement sections at a fee for a faster alternative. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action: \u003c\/strong\u003eFast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action1_2.jpg?v=1791230254\" width=\"300\" height=\"136\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for: \u003c\/strong\u003eAll Water, Big Flies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all_water_656b87fc-9b9d-4fb3-b51c-f2d58f82acae.jpg?v=1759173185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spey \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/spey.jpg?v=1791230272\" width=\"300\" height=\"52\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced - Expert \u003ca style=\"font-size: 10px;\" href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/adv-exp.jpg?v=1791230237\" width=\"299\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/airflo-superflo-max-scandi-compact-floating-line\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAirflo Superflo Max Scandi Compact Floating Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/airflo-superflo-max-skagit-floating-line\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAirflo Superflo Max Skagit Floating Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"TFO","offers":[{"title":"6wt \/ 12ft","offer_id":48478320165097,"sku":"SKU086994084479","price":549.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 11ft 6in","offer_id":48478320132329,"sku":"SKU086994084486","price":549.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 13ft","offer_id":48478320263401,"sku":"SKU086994084493","price":549.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 12ft","offer_id":48478320197865,"sku":"SKU086994084509","price":549.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 13ft 6in","offer_id":48478320230633,"sku":"SKU086994084516","price":549.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/tfo-rods-tfo-lk-legacy-spey-rod-1199954096.jpg?v=1761909482"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tridentflyfishing.com\/collections\/atlantic-salmon-fly-rods.oembed?page=2","provider":"Trident Fly Fishing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}