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SPEY R8 7130-4

$1400

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Description

Summer or winter, Scandi or Skagit, small or big water, the 7130-4 delivers. Long enough for big casts and excellent line control but still manageable with limited D-Loop room. Light enough to fish all day with minimal fatigue. This is our most versatile 7 weight in the SPEY R8 family. ACTION: Max Versatility APPLICATION: Mid-Length All-Around Spey - Summer & Winter Steelhead - Pacific & Light Atlantic Salmon FISHERY: Deschutes, Olympic Peninsula, Klickitat TARGET LINES: Skagit 500-550 / Scandi 450-500 / Rec Skagit 525 Skagit Max Launch / Rec Scandi 470 Scandi Launch

Fishing Profile

Rod
Best for
Salmon, Steelhead, Salmon & Steelhead
Techniques
Casting
Size156 in (3962 mm)
SeasonYear Round
WaterFreshwater

Field Notes

This is a two-handed Spey rod built for long casts, line control, and fishing with limited backcast room. It is suited to Scandi or Skagit setups for swinging flies on larger rivers, especially for steelhead and salmon.

Pros

  • Very versatile 7 wt Spey rod
  • Handles both Scandi and Skagit line systems
  • Good for long casts and line control
  • Designed for all-day fishing with reduced fatigue

Cons

  • Specialized two-handed technique required
  • Overkill for small streams or tight quarters

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