Can I use a Spey line on a switch rod?

A switch rod is really a short, light weight Spey rod. Although it will accommodate overhand casting, even with traditional lines, its taper is designed for two-handed Spey casting. Therefore, in most applications, it will perform its best with a line designed for two-handed casting.

Who makes gaelforce Flyline?

James Chalmers
Product Information. The Gaelforce Equalizer supreme quality range was specifically designed and extensively tested with today’s modern angler in mind, a high performance durable line. These new lines are designed by James Chalmers who knows a thing or two about the subject.

What is a Spey fishing line?

Historically, Spey lines were designed with a long belly and a taper that was similar to a double-taper line. This style of line was mainly used to fish a fly on or near the surface, and to be cast using a long two-handed rod with slow, methodical casting movements.

What is a Scandi Line?

Due to the steep banks commonly found on Scandinavian salmon rivers, scandi style lines were designed for casting in tight quarters. They were also designed with long front tapers to allow for a more gentle presentation as to not spook wary salmon in the gin-clear waters of Scandinavia.

How far can you cast a Spey rod?

The longer spey rod — generally 12 to 16 feet in length — allows the angler to cast the fly as far as 100 feet. Highly proficient spey casters can toss a fly nearly 200 feet. (The world-record spey cast is 295 feet, by Steve Rajeff.)

Where are gaelforce rods made?

Scotland
The first time I heard of Gaelforce Fly Rods was a couple of years ago. A good friend came into the shop talking about these amazing rods made in Scotland.

What is gaelforce?

Killary Gaelforce is an Adventure Race Events Company. Our adventure races vary from mountain trails, forest runs, Atlantic swims and triathlons events – run – cycle – Kayak! Our flag ship event is Gaelforce West which was Irelands first ever Adventure Race.

What makes a Spey reel?

Most spey anglers will choose a reel that is one size larger than their rod to balance out the longer rods and hold the larger spey lines. A useful feature is a caged or fully-enclosed reel that will prevent thin running lines from jumping and subsequently tangling up. Spey lines are small systems that work together.