{"product_id":"g-loomis-asquith-freshwater-fly-rods-2026-free-fly-line","title":"G. Loomis Asquith Freshwater Fly Rods 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eG. Loomis Asquith Freshwater Fly Rod\u003c\/strong\u003e combines exceptional casting precision, fast recovery, and remarkably light swing weight in one of the most advanced fly rods G. Loomis has ever produced. Designed by world casting champion Steve Rajeff, the Asquith delivers impressive line speed and power while maintaining the control and feel anglers appreciate when fishing for trout and other freshwater gamefish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt through a collaboration between G. Loomis in Woodland, Washington, and Shimano in Kumamoto, Japan, the Asquith features advanced \u003cstrong\u003eSpiral X Core blank technology\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is a fast-action fly rod that tracks accurately, transfers energy efficiently, and feels exceptionally responsive in hand. Whether you're presenting dry flies, reaching across broad western rivers, or casting heavier nymph and streamer rigs, the Asquith offers a refined balance of power and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Gorge Fly Shop, we appreciate a fast-action rod that offers more than just raw power. What stands out about the Asquith is its combination of light swing weight, quick recovery, and casting control. It's designed to generate plenty of line speed without sacrificing the feel needed for more technical presentations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat versatility is a big part of its appeal. From delicate dry fly fishing to longer casts and heavier rigs, the Asquith gives experienced anglers the performance to handle a wide range of freshwater situations. It's a premium rod built for those who appreciate the finer details of a good cast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing Your G. Loomis Asquith\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll four freshwater models feature a 9-foot, four-piece design with fast actions. Choosing the right line weight comes down to the flies you fish, the water you cover, and the conditions you encounter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsquith 490-4 | 9' 4wt:\u003c\/strong\u003e An excellent choice for dry fly presentations, lighter trout fishing, and situations where accuracy and presentation are priorities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsquith 590-4 | 9' 5wt:\u003c\/strong\u003e The versatile all-around trout option. Well suited for dry flies, nymphs, and a wide variety of western river fishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsquith 690-4 | 9' 6wt:\u003c\/strong\u003e A strong choice for larger flies, heavier nymph rigs, streamers, and fishing when wind becomes a factor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsquith 790-4 | 9' 7wt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for heavier freshwater applications, larger streamers, and anglers who need additional line-carrying and fish-fighting power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e For anglers looking for one premium, all-around trout rod, the Asquith 590-4 is a natural starting point. The 4-weight leans toward lighter presentations, while the 6- and 7-weight models offer additional capability for larger flies and more demanding conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShimano Spiral X Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced carbon construction designed to improve torsional rigidity, power transfer, and blank efficiency without unnecessary weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast-Action Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quick recovery, impressive line speed, and accurate tracking for demanding casts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Swing Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e A responsive feel that helps make long days of casting more comfortable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteve Rajeff Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed under the direction of the world-renowned casting champion and G. Loomis rod designer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Guides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fuji T2 black titanium SiC stripping guides paired with black PVD Recoil snake guides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Reel Seat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Machined aluminum construction with a redesigned curved fixed hood and precision-knurled hardware for secure reel attachment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Cork Grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flor-grade cork for a comfortable, refined feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Wood Accents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select 4- and 5-weight models feature cocobolo reel seat inserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaperTec Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced taper development to optimize rod action, strength, and casting efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtective Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum rod tube and cloth rod bag included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternational Craftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blanks rolled in Kumamoto, Japan, with final rod construction and finishing in Woodland, Washington.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ Explore Asquith Technology \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpiral X Core Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the Asquith is Shimano's proprietary Spiral X Core construction. This advanced blank technology combines strategically oriented carbon fiber layers with high-strength resin developed using Toray Nanoalloy technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe construction helps resist unwanted blank twisting and improves the transfer of energy throughout the casting stroke. For anglers, that translates into more efficient loading, faster recovery, and improved tracking when making accurate casts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTaperTec Rod Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eG. Loomis uses its TaperTec design philosophy to refine rod tapers through mathematical modeling before physical prototypes are produced. By optimizing the distribution of material and the way a blank bends, designers can balance strength, weight, and casting performance more efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is a fly rod that feels connected throughout the cast, with the power to reach distant targets and the control to make more precise presentations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Components \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Asquith's component selection reflects its position at the top of the G. Loomis freshwater lineup. Lightweight titanium stripping guides, flexible Recoil snake guides, premium cork, and carefully machined reel seat hardware complement the advanced blank construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach Asquith begins with a blank rolled at Shimano's facility in Kumamoto, Japan, before being finished and assembled by G. Loomis in Woodland, Washington. It's a collaboration that brings together two respected names in rod engineering and fly fishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eG. Loomis Asquith Freshwater Rod Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLine Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePieces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eASQ 490-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4wt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9'0\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13053-01\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eASQ 590-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5wt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9'0\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13054-01\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eASQ 690-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6wt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9'0\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13055-01\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eASQ 790-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7wt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9'0\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13056-01\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e These G. Loomis Asquith models are available for purchase and shipment within the United States only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur Asquith 590 Fly Rod Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA premium fly rod deserves a well-matched line and reel. Shown below is the \u003cstrong\u003eG. Loomis Asquith 590-4\u003c\/strong\u003e paired with a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rio-premier-gold-xp-fly-line-new-for-2025\" title=\"RIO Premier Gold XP Fly Line\"\u003eRIO Gold XP Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e and a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ross-evolution-ltx-fly-reels\" title=\"Ross Evolution LTX Fly Reels\"\u003eRoss Evolution LTX Fly Reel\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe RIO Gold XP features a half-size-heavy design that helps load the rod at shorter distances while offering the versatility to handle dry flies, nymphs, and a variety of trout fishing techniques. Paired with the lightweight Ross Evolution LTX, it makes an attractive and capable freshwater setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/2715\/6339\/files\/G-loomis_Asquith-RIO_Gold-Ross_Evolution_LTX.jpg?v=1792430202\" alt=\"G. Loomis Asquith 590-4 5wt fly rod paired with RIO Gold XP fly line and Ross Evolution LTX fly reel\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNeed Help Choosing Your Asquith?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing a fly rod at this level is a personal decision, and the right fly line can make a real difference in how it performs. If you're comparing models or putting together a complete outfit, we're happy to help you narrow down the options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGive Gorge Fly Shop a call at \u003ca href=\"tel:5413866977\"\u003e541-386-6977\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tell us where you fish, what flies you throw, and what you want from your next rod. We'll help you find a setup that makes sense for your fishing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"G. 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