G. Loomis Asquith Spey Rods - Free Fly Line

Asquith Spey

A WORLD OF INNOVATION. Cutting edge technology. Legendary design. Developed and hand finished in Woodland, Washington and rolled in Shimano's Spiral X production facility in Kumamoto, Japan. Introducing Asquith: the most technologically advanced fly rod in the world.



The Asquith series is the culmination of global cooperation in design, materials, and manufacturing techniques. Built on Shimano's proprietary Spiral X platform, this collection of 5 versatile spey actions superbly sling Scandi, Skagit, or Long Belly line systems with ease. With quick-recovering medium-fast actions, beefy power levels, titanium guides, and exceptionally light swing weight, these sticks excel in fishing situations where developing high line speed and making precise casts means success.

SPIRAL X TECHNOLOGY

• 15% to 20% less material than traditional rod construction
• Increased torsional stability offers 20% less twist than traditional rod construction
• Reduced blank ovalization

FEATURES

• SiC Titanium Recoil snake guides
• SiC Titanium stripper guides
• Flor grade cork grip
• Custom aluminum reel seat with CI4+ insert
• Aluminum rod tube with cloth rod bag
• Blanks rolled in Kumamoto Japan and handcrafted in Woodland, Washington