Overview

SPEY R8

By utilizing our proprietary Revolution 8 graphite, SPEY R8 rods heighten the smooth transfer of energy throughout the three key components of the Spey cast, allowing anglers to effectively Lift line off the water, Load the rod sufficiently, and Deliver the fly to the target. Casts become instinctive and consistent. Simultaneously, we fine-tuned rod models and actions to match the vast array of Spey situations found around the globe. The result is a Spey Casting Synergy that's enjoyable and approaching effortless. Be it steelhead, Atlantic salmon, king salmon, or sea-run brown trout; Skagit, Scandi or Traditional lines; SPEY R8 rods capitalize on each cast, increasing the likelihood of the almighty moment that we all are devoted to.

MOST POWERFUL ACTION

Targeting the biggest and brightest Atlantic salmon, winter steelhead, or Chinook on vast and deep rivers is the most demanding form of anadromous angling and our Most Powerful SPEY R8 models are required. With additional blank strength and rod lengths up to 15', these rods offer maximum amounts of power and control. For the angler, this translates into increased abilities to move and lift long and heavy lines from the water, then carry them through the entire Spey cast, all in the face of extreme conditions. In technical situations where line and loop control, casting range, and fish-fighting strength are paramount and none can be compromised, choose the Most Powerful models of the SPEY R8 family.

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SHAPING 8 REVOLUTIONS IN HOW WE FISH

The advanced, leading-edge material behind R8 enables us to shape a rod with a stiffer, stronger backbone but a more sensitive tip and more connected feel. The secret is twofold. First, a proprietary aerospace composite with a greater hoop strength enables us to dimensionally grow taper diameter more quickly from the tip—while a nano-sintered resin application increases axial resilience and allows us to pack more fiber into the blank, resulting in that true two-way connection from hand to fly and back for greater feel, flow and control.

MADE IN THE USA

We’re not a big faceless factory, but rather a workplace of craftspeople who design and build the world’s best fly rods and reels using our hands and hearts. We do it by sharing ideas and always asking the next question to find what can be done to make this better. Our rods are built one at time right here on Bainbridge Island, WA, following hundreds of meticulous steps and passing through 23 sets of hands. We’re out there fishing the same places in the same unforgiving conditions that you are. Craftsmanship is applied experience. Lifetimes of it.

SPEY R8 8130-4 - All Models

ModelLine SizeRod LengthHandleColorPiecesPhysical WeightSKU
SPEY R8 5126-45WT12' 6"12" Fore Grip/4.5" Rear GripAle45 15/16oz2058-5126-4
SPEY R8 6130-46WT13'13" Fore Grip/5" Rear GripAle46 7/8oz2058-6130-4
SPEY R8 7116-47WT11' 6"11" Fore Grip/4" Rear GripAle45 5/8oz2058-7116-4
SPEY R8 7126-47WT12' 6"12" Fore Grip/4.5" Rear GripAle46 3/4oz2058-7126-4
SPEY R8 7130-47WT13'13" Fore Grip/5" Rear GripAle47 1/16oz2058-7130-4
SPEY R8 7136-47WT13' 6"13" Fore Grip/5" Rear GripAle47 1/4oz2058-7136-4
SPEY R8 8116-48WT11' 6"11" Fore Grip/4" Rear GripAle45 3/4oz2058-8116-4
SPEY R8 8126-48WT12' 6"12" Fore Grip/4.5" Rear GripAle47 1/16oz2058-8126-4
SPEY R8 8130-48WT13'13" Fore Grip/5" Rear GripAle47 1/4oz2058-8130-4
SPEY R8 8136-48WT13' 6"13" Fore Grip/5" Rear GripAle47 5/8oz2058-8136-4
SPEY R8 9130-49WT13'14" Fore Grip/5" Rear GripAle47 7/8oz2058-9130-4
SPEY R8 9140-69WT11' 6"14" Fore Grip/5" Rear GripAle68 11/32oz2058-9140-6
SPEY R8 10150-410WT15'15" Fore Grip/5" Rear GripAle410 1/16oz2058-10150-4