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Updated on 12/20/2024

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Ultralite Fly Rod

Name: Ultralite Fly Rod
Rating: 3 (8 reviews)

Description

Why We Love the Ultralite Fly Rod

The Ultralite Fly Rod by Hardy is the perfect combination of top-tier performance and innovative technology. As an upgrade from the beloved Zephreus series, this rod offers exceptional versatility for any fishing situation.

Made with Hardy's state-of-the-art Sintrix blank, the Ultralite provides an incredibly lightweight and responsive feel, surpassing the performance of its predecessor. This means more feedback and faster recovery times, without sacrificing strength.

Whether you choose the shorter 3-weight or the longer 10-foot 8-weight, the Ultralite excels in both form and function, showcasing Hardy's unparalleled craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Key Features:

Versatile: Replacing Hardy's Zephreus series, this fly rod is designed to tackle a variety of fishing scenarios.
Medium-Fast Action: The Ultralite's medium-fast action provides unmatched feel and accuracy, especially in close-range casting.
Sintrix Carbon Fiber Technology: Hardy's proprietary Sintrix carbon fiber technology enhances control and response, giving you the edge on the water.
REC Recoil Guides: The rod features ultra-lightweight REC Recoil guides, ensuring practicality without compromising performance.
Ultralight Reel Seat: The rod's reel seat is not only light and strong but also uniquely stylish, adding a touch of elegance to your fishing gear.
REC Black Pearl Recoil Guides: These guides not only reduce weight but also maintain their shape, ensuring long-lasting durability.
Aluminum Rod Tube: For safe storage and easy transport, an aluminum rod tube is included with every Ultralite Fly Rod.

Specs

Material: SINTRIX NSX

Length: 8ft, 8ft 6in, 9ft, 9ft 6in, 10ft

Action: medium-fast

Rod Weight: 3wt, 4wt, 5wt, 6wt, 7wt, 8wt

Handle: 3wt, 4wt, 5wt, 6wt 9ft (reversed half-wells), 6wt 9ft6in, 7wt, 8wt (full wells with fighting butt)

Reel Seats: up-lock

Number of Guides: 10 (8ft, 8ft 6in), 11 (9ft, 9ft 6in), 12 (10ft)

Pieces: 4

Claimed Weight: 2lb 8oz (8ft), 2lb 9.6oz (8ft 6in - 4wt), 2lb 12.8oz (8ft 6in - 5wt), 2lb 12.8oz (9ft - 4wt), 3lb (9ft - 5wt, 6wt), 3lb 6.4oz (9ft - 7wt), 3lb 8oz (9ft 6in - 6wt), 3lb 12.8oz (9ft 6in - 7wt), 3lb 14.4oz (9ft 6in - 8wt), 3lb 3.2oz (10ft - 4wt), 3lb 4.8oz (10ft - 5wt), 3lb 11.2oz (10ft - 6wt), 3lb 14.4oz (10ft - 7wt), 4lb (10ft - 8wt)