586G-6 5 Weight Packlight Graphene Fly Rod Building Kit

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Fast section replacement in case of breakage

Epic fly rods snake belly fly rod finish

SnakeBelly™

Delivers the toughest exterior finish possible

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5 wt Packlight backpacking fly rod building kit

If James Bond had a fly rod this would be it. Super stealthy in our non-reflective satin SnakeBelly™ finish, the 586G Packlight breaks down into 6 short & very clever sections. You won't know this is a multi-piece rod until you hide it away. It utilises industry-leading Graphene nano resins to help create a lighter, stronger more responsive fly rod. 

Designed for adventure
6 piece design allows you to easily fit this rod into your backpack or rucksack. The tube measures 500mm (19.6 inches)Breaking down into 6 pieces and small and compact enough to easily slip down the side of a backpack or rucksack.

Graphene
Super stealthy in our non-reflective satin SnakeBelly™ finish, the 586G utilises industry-leading Graphene nano resins to help create a lighter, stronger more responsive fly rod.

The performance advantage of Graphene nano resin. Lighter, tougher, more responsive.

    • Incredibly light. An astounding 88 grams (3.1 ounces)
    • Incredibly convenient. Only 500mm long (19 inches)
    • Incredibly stealthy, Incredibly tough. Non-reflective satin finish
    • SnakeBelly™ satin. Graphene Nano resin for unsurpassed strength and weight
    • SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement
    • Titanium stripping guides
    • Premium Quality Flor grade cork
    • Matching satin finish Fiberglass rod tube
    • Snake Belly satin graphene finish. Stealthy and chip resistant.

    Our SnakeBelly™ Satin finish is scratch and chip resistant making for an extremely tough and durable fly rod that is less prone to stress fractures

    Each Kit contains:

    • Genuine Epic branded uplocking reel seat with color matched fiberglass insert
    • Epic satin Graphene carbon fibre blank
    • Epic satin fibreglass fly rod tube + hand sewn rod sock
    • Premium quality half wells cork grip + Epic reel seat
    • Guide set + Titanium stripper guide
    • Glue kit (preloaded syringes, grip & tip epoxy, brushes, mixing cups)
    • China-graph marking pencil + Rod stands
    • Comprehensive 42 page build book with step by step instructions
    • Stickers / Decals
    • *Wrapping threads. Default black thread and white trims are included but can be substituted for other stock colors on request.  Our recommendation is that the default threads work best on these black blanks.

    Graphene Tough
    Our use of Graphene nano-resin makes for an extremely tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank. 5% stronger than standard carbon/epoxy resin construction.

    Stealthy Satin SnakeBelly™ Finish
    Our Satin SnakeBelly™ finish is produced by a unique radial production process. SnakeBelly™ delivers the toughest exterior finish possible with a super low sheen satin finish.

    Sure Fit Ferule™
    Break a tip? we've got you covered. This ferule system is so precise that parts interchange between models. Gone are the days of having to return a broken section to the manufacturer or outlet where you purchased from. Breakages can be addressed by simply sending out the replacement part.

    Action
    Epic G Series fly rod blanks are high performance fishing tools. The lockup point develops in the top third of the blank, and although recovery rates are fast, the Epic G series would best be described as Mid Flex and Medium fast. They are light without sacrificing strength.

    *INCLUDES EPIC DECALS


    Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.

    586G-6 5 Weight Packlight Graphene Fly Rod Building Kit

    Specifications

    Do you sweat the details? Yep, us too! In fact, it's a prerequisite when building the greatest fly rods in the world.

    Recommended line

    5wt

    Color

    SnakeBelly™ Satin Finish

    Length

    8'6"

    Weight

    89g

    Pieces

    6

    Fly rod action

    How does this fly rod perform? Naturally, we have taken the time to assess and record the unique characteristics of the 586G-6 5 Weight Packlight Graphene Fly Rod Building Kit. No guesswork or internet sleuthing required!

    Fly rod action

    How does this fly rod perform? Naturally, we have taken the time to assess and record the unique characteristics of the 586G-6 5 Weight Packlight Graphene Fly Rod Building Kit. No guesswork or internet sleuthing required!

    Epic fly rods the worlds best fly rods

    Break a tip? We've got you covered.

    SureFit Ferrule

    Gone are the days of having to return a broken section and waiting weeks for a return. Our Surefit™ ferrule system is so precise that breakages can be addressed by simply sending out a replacement part - same day.

    Reviews

    "Exceeded all expectations"

    "Exceeded all expectations in every way" Bob Mallard. Author, Writer, Reviewer. USA

    "Life Changing"

    "This fly rod is a magnificent achievement, I sing it's praises to every serious fly rodder I know"
    Macauley Lord. IFFF Master Casting Instructor. Author.

    "The quintessential fly rod"

    "The quintessential example of what a fly rod should be"
    Ian Cole. Guide. Casting Instructor. New Zealand.

    The 586G-6 5 Weight Packlight Graphene Fly Rod Building Kit in action

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    Richard - USA

    A Real Performer

    Nice feeling rod took it to NZ in January and it performed really well. When I needed soft presentations it was perfect but still handled everything else. It was great to be able to pack it down and put it in my back pack for those long walk ins.

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    Chris - Montana

    Mind Blown

    I am mind blown. Not only is the rod amazing, but after I had an issue with a damaged section of my brand new rod, I contacted Epic and was treated like a real person who was jist trying to get back on the water. Within jist a few days they responded, resolved and mailed my my replacement parts. That kind of respect and customer service is second to none and I will gladly purchase from them again.

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