A few years ago, during visits to the Florida Keys, we noticed a lot of guides rinsing off their rods and reels back at the docks and then carrying them up to their truck to go home. We asked them why they didn't take them apart and they said, ”We never take them apart. No need to... we store them with reels and lines on.” That's when it hit us! If these guys were happy to leave the rods assembled, even going so far as to glue the ferrules together, why not make a one-piece rod and avoid the ferrules all together?
We used our ”fiber blend technology” to create a high performance blank that has an incredible combination of light weight, strength and power. They're light, sensitive and sneaky powerful. If you're one of those fanatical saltwater flats anglers that doesn't require the convenience of a travel rod, this is the innovative thinking you've come to expect from G.Loomis. Each rod comes in a protective rod sock. Pro-1 CrossCurrent fly rods are the buzz of the saltwater fly market. Just another way we help make each day you spend on the water memorable!
7wt - 11898-01
A surprisingly powerful and unique, one-piece saltwater fly rod. When major wind isn't an issue and you want to go to a slightly lighter rod, this is a great choice! It will handle smaller flies and lighter tippets which can be extremely beneficial when the water is ultra-clear and the fish are spooky. A wonderful, light-duty rod for bonefish, schoolie stripers, specks and puppy drum.
8wt - 11616-01
The 8-weight fly rod is the number one choice for the likes of bonefish, redfish, snook and a number of other saltwater species. This unique, one-piece design reduces weight because there are no ferrules. It has a very fast taper that helps you create nice, tight loops for longer casts, even in the wind. It's unbelievably quick and powerful, especially helpful when a fish runs underneath the boat. A must have rod for serious saltwater anglers that own a skiff.
9wt - 11617-01
When it's time to use bigger flies, make long, searching casts and battle bigger fish, this is one 9-weight you'll appreciate very much. It's unique, one-piece configuration makes it an excellent rod for a variety of big fish applications. It's light, yet unbelievably powerful and will handle a number of different species, ranging from permit to striped bass to false albacore. If you're one of those anglers that never takes your multi-piece fly rod apart, this is just what you've been looking for. Extreme performance from tip to butt!
10wt - 11618-01
Here's some real horsepower for casting big flies for big fish, especially on windy days! It's a great choice for handling big fish in tough situations, whether it's the mangroves or an old wreck. It's all about power and performance. If that old tarpon rod is wearing you out, this is a fun alternative and will handle surprisingly large fish. A great choice for everything from big stripers and small tuna to cobia.
11wt - 11889-01
More and more anglers are turning to lighter rods for giant tarpon. It's a little easier on the angler, but not on the fish. Our unique, one-piece blank allows you to make long casts and handle large flies with ease. When the fishing pressure puts the fish off the bite, you can take this rod and go to slightly smaller flies and lighter tippets to put yourself back in the game. It's an extremely efficient, lightweight alternative for small billfish, tuna and big tarpon. You can cast it all day and feel as fresh on your last cast as you were on your first.
12wt - 11619-01
Here's a big tarpon rod you can cast all day long! From sails to striped marlin, this is an excellent choice because it's light weight, yet unbelievably powerful and will cast large, wind-resistant flies into the next lagoon. When those big tarpon start cruising the flats, this is the rod you'll want in your hands. It provides unbelievable casting range and accuracy thanks to a very powerful, magnum butt design. It's the most unique, high performance 12-weight fly rod on the saltwater scene.
