Grey Line 490-3A Blank
Over the years, Loop, as well as other fly rod producers have tried to achieve the ultimate fly rod; with special emphasis being given to weight reduction and power.
The development of Loop's technology will appeal to the consumer's need for rods that have better actions and casting abilities. The question is: Do you need a higher density of graphite in order to produce the best fly rod?
The answer is: Without a doubt, yes.
Experience in fishing and understanding the alternative casts required in various situations is very important.
Having the benefit of an engineer on location at the rod factory, one who possesses the understanding of casting in combination with the understanding of a rod action (the movement of energy through the blank), is also of great importance.
Loop holds the unique combination of fishing experience, an understanding of casting techniques, and the means of technical communication in order to create and satisfy the different action demands. This enables Loop to produce the best rod actions for fly fishing.
With a new scrim method, Loop has been able to create a rod which combines high density graphite with the ability to resist high pressure as well as heavy blows. It has also resulted in the best fly rod-action ever produced by Loop.
In the year 2003 Loop introduces the new Grey Line rod series, marking a new era of "noblesse" to the Loop rod assortment. Quoting our rod designer Göran Andersson: "This rod follows your mind, we have yet to find anything better. Try one yourself!"
Facts:
Loop new graphite scrim method, with highest the density of graphite in production
Reel seats in matching colors made by Struble, USA
Guides in extra strong Chrome, gun smoke color. Loop top guide absolutely round. Stripper guides in gun smoke color.
Cork from Portugal grade AAAA. Glued and grinded directly on the blank.
Wrappings and lacquer of highest quality
Grey color on the blank
The rod and the blank are supplied with 2 tips
Cloth bag of the highest quality
Triangular polypropylen rodtube (30% lighter than PVC)
Loop new warranty 1+24 years