RIVER - BLANKS

The SWITCH fly rod series offers a range of actions to suit various fishing styles. The medium/fast action models provide an ideal balance between responsiveness and power, allowing for precise, controlled casting. These rods excel in delivering delicate presentations as well as handling powerful casts with ease. The fast action models, on the other hand, offer increased speed and power for longer casts, ideal for those who require rapid responses and high performance.

Aligned with single-hand weight classifications, the SWITCH rods are also versatile enough to function as light double-hand rods. This dual capability means they excel in spey casting and offer smoother Double Hand overhead casting compared to traditional double-hand rods. 

Graphene technology plays a crucial role in the rod’s performance, enhancing strength, lightness, and responsiveness. Known for its remarkable durability, graphene ensures that each rod delivers superior feel and feedback. The fast recovery speeds and smooth bending curves enabled by this technology help achieve optimal casting distances and accuracy. 

While the complete SWITCH series, featuring both medium/fast and fast action models, will launch in spring 2025, we're excited to give you an early preview with the RIVER #8 11.6' medium/fast rod, available now. This model showcases the innovative design and performance you can expect from the entire series. 

Experience the next generation of fly fishing with the RIVER fly rod series—where state-of-the-art technology and versatile action converge to offer unmatched performance. 

The RIVER is a 4-piece rod built using premium 40T carbon and graphene-reinforced resins, ensuring superior strength and responsiveness.

The RIVER rods are equipped with titanium frame stripping guides with SiC rings and hard chrome-plated snake guides, making them not only reliable for freshwater fishing but also durable enough for saltwater environments. 

The RIVER series comes in a polybag in an elegant Cordura rod tube.

The RIVER features a matte dark grey finish with black wrappings and a silver thread, giving it a modern and luxurious appearance.

The internationally patented Free-Flex system is designed to intuitively help you enhance your fly casting technique.

With its hollow handle and a blank connected just in front of the reel seat, this system provides a heightened sense of timing for your casting strokes.

It also offers greater forgiveness with false casts, while the oval-shaped handle encourages a relaxed grip, easing tension in your forearm and shoulder.

And the cherry on top? You’ll never forget that exhilarating sensation in your palm when battling a fish… whohoooo!

The Switch-Flex System (patent pending), offers flexibility in a class of its own.

This revolutionary system allows you to seamlessly switch fly rod blanks within the same handle in a matter of seconds. Whether you need to transition from a delicate 3wt rod for precision casting to a heavy 10wt rod for battling larger fish, the Switch-Flex System makes it possible with just a few quick adjustments.  

This innovative design also offers a range of practical benefits:

• Travel light by carrying up to three rod blanks in a single rod tube, significantly reducing the bulk and weight of your gear.
• Save money by eliminating the need to purchase multiple complete rods for different situations.
• And, by minimizing the amount of equipment you need, it also reduces your environmental footprint, aligning your passion for fishing with a commitment to sustainability.   

The Switch-Flex Handle is constructed with high-modulus carbon (40%) for exceptional strength and light weight, combined with maritime-grade silicone for a secure grip and lasting durability, even in saltwater conditions. The reel seat is crafted from lightweight 6061 aluminum and type 2 hard anodized for superior durability, designed to withstand harsh saltwater conditions.