Gear: 8 New Fly Rods for 2024
"Descent" is a story about a Marine who learns to fly fish after being wounded in combat. A group of climbers and anglers take a trip to "middle Earth" to fish for native rainbow trout. The article features editor Ross Purnell of Fly Fisherman and discusses the technology and design behind G.Loomis' IMX-PRO V2 fly rods. The rods use Conduit Core technology and multi-taper designs for lightweight, durable, and sensitive performance. The author tested the IMX-PRO V2 590-4 FB on Colorado's Yampa River and noticed improved feedback and flex.
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