Deemed 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. 

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High Modulus Graphite - Lamson’s Velocity series is built from a High Modulus Graphite with a fast-action. This material and build gives the rod a lightweight feel with more than enough power to throw large flies, cast heavy lines, and quickly fight the lunkers. 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. 

Lamson 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.

Guides

Reel Seat

Zebra Wood Insert (4 through 6 weights) - In 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. 

Anodized Aluminum (7 and 8 weight) - On 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. 

Lockdown Reel Seat - 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. 

Rod Tube

Built for quick and reliable stowing, Lamson’s Velocity series comes with a tough cordura rod tube and a rod sock. 

Warranty 

Lamson’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. 

More Info

Rod Action: Fast action

Best for: Nymphing, Dry Flies, and Streamers

Grip: Modified Flor grade cork Ritz Grip (line weights 4-6)

Full Wells Cork Grip (line weights 7 and 8)

Ability Level: Intermediate (learn more)

Recommended Lines

• Rio Gold Elite Fly Line