Description
NT11 fly rods are the result of taking advantage of the very latest and most sophisticated State of Art graphite materials used in the aerospace industry today. When applied to and used in fly rods, some remarkable benefits are achieved. The most evident effect being an amazing recovery power and crispness in the blanks, created by combining the incredible armoring and strength increasing effects of T1100G graphite with layers of the highest modulus graphite Guideline ever used in any fly rods to date. For you as an angler, the above properties are built into a series of rods that have the lowest blank weight, yet the highest break strain of any other rod in our line up and probably also on the entire fly rod market.
The NT11 Saline saltwater fly rods are for the dedicated coastal or tropical angler, that needs the best to rely on. With fantastic casting power and yet silky smooth rod action curve, these rods will cover all species you can think of swimming in our oceans and coastal lines around the world. Just as the other NT11 rods, the Saline´s are made with the highest modulus carbon fibre Guideline have ever used, together with the extremely durable and strong T1100 carbon fibre. The rod range follows a very distinctive action type, but yet each model is fine tuned to be its very best for the thought of fishing situation. They have an extreme fast recovery with a ver comfortable “Mid to tip” flex type of action curve, making them easy to cast with high accuracy without being tiring or difficult to handle. Guideline have worked hard and deliberately to keep the value of these rods maximized without sacrificing quality in workmanship or components.
9′ #8 Â – Â If you’re heading to tropical waters, this is the rod you should bring along. Its super-lightweight design allows for casting all day long with an #8 line without fatigue. The rod possesses remarkable potential, enabling you to generate the power necessary to tackle strong winds. Despite its lightness, it delivers superb response and recovery, ensuring an enjoyable and smooth experience comparable to lighter rods. While primarily intended for tropical fishing for bonefish, smaller permit, and fast-swimming species, it can also handle those windy days on the coast when you’re targeting seatrout or seabass.
9′ #10 Â – Â This rod is capable of handling nearly any situation you may encounter in tropical waters. It possesses the power to cast large and heavy flies effortlessly. It will be your best companion when pursuing big permits, jacks, mid-sized tarpon, and smaller trevally. With its fast action and perfectly balanced curve, you can quickly pick up line from the water to reposition your cast when the fish is on the move. The T1100 material truly shines in these higher line weights, offering an extremely powerful yet lightweight rod. It is an excellent choice for serious predator anglers, whether targeting big pikes or tropical beasts.
Features
- T1100 CAP Technology gives uncompromised strength, performance and reliability.
- Every rod is fitted with beautiful FLOR-grade cork and on the fighting butts you’ll find powder cork reinforcement. FLOR is the top grade of cork with the highest density and strength that will stand years of usage and remain pretty.
- Titanium lightweight framed stripping guides. Highest quality stainless steel single leg running guides for rods up to #9, and snake guides from #10 and up. All with titanium coating.
- The reel seats are custom designed by our own R&D team, having a hard anodized and very scratch resistant semi-matte finish.
- The blanks have a matte satin finish with a visable spiral pattern. Lightly coated with deep carbon grey that gives the rods a stealthy, classy and non-flashy look.
- All guides are wrapped with deeper blue thread and on all ferrules, stripper guides and logo areas they are finished with subtle tropical blue trim wraps.
- Each rod is delivered with a light and strong rod bag made from 4-ways stretch nylon and rod tubes are made from light polycarbonate with a strong polyester fabric cover and a natural leather logo patch.
Model |
Length |
Line Wt |
Weight |
Sections |
Handle/reel seat |
Rec. head weight |
NT11 Saline 908 |
9´ 0″ |
#8 |
102 g |
4 pc |
Half wells & butt |
19-21 g / 290-325 grains |
NT11 Saline 9010 |
9´ 0″ |
#10 |
115 g |
4 pc |
Half wells & butt |
24-26 g / 370-400 grains |