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Platinum Switch Rod 8wt 11’0″

$495

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Description

The 11’ 8 wt Platinum switch can easily be considered a short Spey rod that is light enough to single hand cast, or nymph all day long. This rod is just about as fun as it gets with a two hand rod, possessing the power of most Spey rods and lightness and feel in hand of a single hand rod. The 11′ 8wt Switch rod is the big brother to our 10’8” 7 also featuring a deep loading, slightly regressed action and a fast recovery. This rod is easy to make friends with and is going to be the one you can call on for all Steelhead/light Salmon duty and crosses over into winter fishing on all medium to larger rivers. This rod like most of our Platinum two-handed rods compliments and rewards a compact and relaxed casting stroke where less is more! Length: 11′ Weight: 5.6 oz rear grip: 3 3/4″ forward grip:11 1/2″ Use of rod: Spey casting Scandinavian shooting heads and compact Skagits and swinging flies for steelhead. Excellent for nymphing from a boat or wading. Great for two or one hand overhead casting distance. Action: Medium , fast recovery Platinum Switch Rod Series 11′ 8wt. 4 Piece Comes with sock, cordura tube, lifetime warranty for original owner (see warranty conditions)

Fishing Profile

Rod
Best for
Salmon, Trout, Fly
Presentation
Variable
Techniques
Fly Casting, Nymphing, Streamer Fishing
Conditions
Current
Size11 in (279 mm), 5.6 oz (159 g)
SeasonWinter
WaterFreshwater

Field Notes

Use this 4-piece 8wt switch rod for steelhead/light salmon on medium to larger rivers, especially when you want a compact, relaxed casting stroke. It’s suited to Spey casting with Scandinavian shooting heads and compact Skagits, as well as nymphing (from a boat or while wading) and overhead casting for distance.

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