G Loomis Crosscurrent Rod
The designers at G Loomis spent a long time in the development of this Cross Current GLX Rod closely examining the conditions that saltwater fly anglers loved. A sport that is relies on bait, cover, current, and tides, G Loomis knew they had to create a rod that would complement the waters that saltwater fly anglers fish. This meant creating a rod that could withstand the rips of cross currents whilst still showcasing outstanding fish playing characteristics. After months of research and field tests G Loomis believes that it finally has the answer: The Cross Current GLX.
The GLX offers all the very best features that could be asked for from a saltwater fly fishing rod – and much more besides. With its outstanding lifting power and fast taper, you’re able to cast far out to the horizon, even in s stiff breeze, creating tight and aerodynamic loops. Lightweight, this rod is perfect for all day use and is the most popular saltwater fly rod on the market to date. Available in three sizes, each version of the rod has its own speciality to offer.
The number nine rod allows you to tackle all of the most popular fish on the saltwater scene. The 10# version of the rod is a heavy duty machine – ideal for casting big flies for even bigger fish! Finally, the 12# version is the rod you need when you’re tackling the largest of those saltwater fish. However, despite the power this rod has the feel of a much smaller rod, making it exceptionally easy to control. All the rods in the range are 9ft in length.
G Loomis is an expert rod maker and has been hand crafting rods from its Washington workshop for more then three decades. If you’re a saltwater fly angler looking for that perfect rod, then you need look no further than the outstanding Cross Current GLX series from G Loomis.
AFTM: 9#
When you need to step up to bigger flies, longer casts and bigger fish, this 9-weight is the right choice. It's a great rod for casting in the wind and will handle all the popular fish on the saltwater scene. Permit, barracuda, jacks, big reds, stripers, blues, false albies... you name it. It's got the power of a cannon, but "shoots" like a rifle.
AFTM: 10#
A real powerhouse when it comes to casting big flies for big fish, especially on windy days when a lot of fly fishers get that "where's the spinning rod" attitude. This rod has a lot of lifting power for moving big permit away from a wreck or handling big dorados in the open ocean. It's all about power and everything heavy-duty. Want a real challenge on a fly rod? Take this one along on your next tarpon trip. We're sure you'll be impressed!
AFTM: 12#
"THE" big tarpon fly rod! For that matter it's the "big anything" fly rod. From sails to striped marlin and tuna, this is an excellent rod for keeping the pressure on. It's really light considering the power it creates. Even though this rod really packs a punch, it has the feel of a much smaller rod. It will cast large, wind-resistant flies a mile. When those big 'poons' show up on the flats, this is the rod you'll want in your hands.