Sage

SPEY R8 8116-4

$1400

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Description

A more powerful switch rod, the 8116 is able to cast heavy sink-tips and big, weighted flies from extremely confined spaces. It is appropriate for large anadromous species on small- and medium-sized rivers - ideal for winter steelhead and narrower Atlantic salmon streams. ACTION: Switch APPLICATION: Heavy-Duty Switch - Tight Quarters Baby Spey - Winter Steelhead - Light King Salmon - Atlantic Salmon FISHERY: Coastal Pacific Northwest, Small Water B.C., Gaspe TARGET LINES: Skagit 500-550 / Scandi 450-500 / Rec Skagit 525 Skagit Max Power / Rec Scandi 470 Scandi Launch

Specifications

Category

Rods & Reels

Length

138 in (3505 mm)

Target Species

salmon-steelhead

Techniques

casting

Field Notes

A powerful switch/spey rod built for casting heavy sink-tips and big weighted flies in tight quarters. Best suited to small and medium rivers where long casts are limited, especially for winter steelhead and Atlantic salmon presentations.

Pros

  • Handles heavy sink-tips and large flies
  • Designed for confined casting spaces
  • Well suited to winter steelhead and salmon

Cons

  • Specialized rod with a high price point
  • Less versatile for general-purpose freshwater fishing

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