G. Loomis IMX-Pro V2 Short Spey Fly Rod

From warm flowing rivers packed with aggressive smalljaws smacking Zonker streamers to swinging a team of wetflies during a slate drake emergence, G. Loomis has all of your light spey work handled with their new IMX-PRO V2 Short Spey series. An excellent tool for covering medium-to-large water systems, Loomis makes this family of rods in three different line weights (2, 3, and 4) in an 11’1” length. Combining a medium-fast action with a progressive flex pattern and power where you need it, this rod makes it easy to launch heavy heads and large flies that other rods may consider to be “bulky” and “wind-resistant,” while its action allows expert two-hand casters to have a ball while also letting beginners hone their casting through its responsive feel. Handcrafted in Woodland, Washington, Loomis’ team of engineers integrates top-tier techs like their GL7 Resin and Conduit Core Technology in order to make this rod ready for whatever water system you’re hitting next. 

Blank

Conduit Core - At the heart of the IMX-Pro V2 Short Spey, 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 across the stream, working heavy sink tips, or having banner days on species like searun cutthroats. 

With 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 lightweight.

G. 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 always stays in style. 

Guides

Chrome Stripper Guides - Featuring high-quality Chrome Stripper Guides, G. Loomis keeps things durable without any added weight while providing long-lasting slickness to help you hit those drifts along the other side of the bank.  

Chrome Single-Foot Guides - Crafted from a quality chrome, these snake guides are nice and durable while their single-foot build decreases the overall weight of the rod. 

Reel Seat

Custom Aluminum Downlocking Reel Seat - Made from a custom aluminum, this reel seat is nice and lightweight while preventing corrosion…should you want to take your two-hander on a tidal river for searun trout. And with a downlocking construction, your reel will remain securely locked in no matter how long you’ve been repeating the cast, swing, then step routine.

Rod Tube

Whether 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 Short Spey is securely stored in a hard tube and cloth rod bag. 

Warranty 

As 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. 

More Info

Rod Action: Medium-Fast action

Best for: Streamers and wet flies

Grip: Premium grade cork top & bottom grip two-handed Spey Grip

Ability Level: Intermediate (learn more)

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