Far Bank Enterprises

SPEY R8 8136-4

$1400

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Description

Possessing the power and length to lift, carry, and cast heavy heads, the 8136 excels in casting long lines and big flies. This rod is an excellent big water steelhead tool from Oregon to British Columbia, and is well-suited for Atlantic salmon fishing with Scandi and traditional lines. ACTION: Most Powerful APPLICATION: Long-Length High Power Spey - Big Water - Sinking Heads, Heavy Tips, Heavy Flies - B.C. Summer Steelhead - Atlantic Salmon FISHERY: Skeena, Clearwater, Scandinavia, UK TARGET LINES: Skagit 575-625 / Scandi 520-580 / Rec Skagit 600 Skagit Max Launch / Rec Scandi 520 Scandi Launch

Specifications

Category

Rods & Reels

Length

162 in (4115 mm)

Target Species

salmon-steelhead

Techniques

casting

Field Notes

Built for long-length Spey casting with heavy heads, heavy tips, and big flies on large rivers. Best when you need to carry line efficiently and make long presentations for steelhead or Atlantic salmon with Skagit or Scandi systems.

Pros

  • Powerful rod for long-distance Spey casting
  • Handles heavy heads, tips, and big flies well
  • Suited to big-water steelhead and Atlantic salmon

Cons

  • Specialized technique rod with a steep learning curve
  • Overkill for small water or short-range presentations

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