{"id":461887988,"title":"590C Carbon Fibre Ready to Wrap Fly Rod Kit","handle":"590-c-carbon-fibre-ready-to-wrap-kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Epic 590C Ready to Wrap Fly Rod Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666;\"\u003eThe very best components available, all designed to fit together \u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eseamlessly\u003c\/span\u003e. No Reaming, No Drilling, No Sanding - \u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eall Epic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced, High Performance Freshwater Fly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Epic 590 C is an extremely light responsive blank designed specifically for dry fly, emerger and light nymph fishing for trout of all sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRevised generation two nano-technology.\u003c\/strong\u003e Epic C series are a state of the art fly rod blank. The most sophisticated composite materials and production processes are used in their construction. Proprietary nano-resins, full Helical construction, multi modulus, and unidirectional carbon fibre - We believe this is \u003cstrong\u003ethe most sophisticated fly rod blank available\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGround ferrule system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the industry leading technology used in each of our blanks, Epic carbon fibre fly rod blanks feature our proprietary ground ferrule system. Each male ferrule is hand ground to perfectly fit the female section of the blank. Female sections are all internally reinforced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of our ground ferrule system:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA secure positive fit eliminates knocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoother energy transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminates flat spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon slip - reduces twisting due to torque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternally reinforced ferrules - eliminates ferrule fracture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable \u0026amp; scratch resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGets better with use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecise fit, sections are interchangeable, in the case of tip breakages replacement sections can be sent out immediately. No need to return the blank for a fit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 590 C blank weighs an astoundingly light 36 grams (1.2oz) 10% lighter than our previous model and lighter than equivalent blanks by Scott or Sage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNano Tough\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur use of Silica nano-resin makes for a very tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAs good as it gets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEpic C (Carbon) 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 C series would best be described as Mid Flex (Orvis) or Medium fast (Sage). They are light without sacrificing strength (lighter than the equivalent Sage one).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpic Ready to Wrap Fly Rod Kits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBuilding a great custom fly rod is no mean feat, selecting the correct matching components can be an intimidating exercise alone. Then there’s those wraps, the cork and glue.. Our Epic Ready to Wrap Rod Kit makes life easy - we’ve done much of the hard work for you. The kit contains all the components, glues, rod finish and instructions you’ll need to build your own unique custom Epic fly rod. The components in our Epic Ready to Wrap Rod Kit have all been specifically designed to work together. Our premium grade cork grip features a tapered bore to fit your chosen blank. Each cork grip is ported to receive our Epic reel seat perfectly.\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Kit contents may vary from those pictured according to options and model chosen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eEach Kit contains:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn Epic Unidirectional Carbon fibre blank with Helical wound core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEpic Katana hand ferruled black fibreglass fly rod tube \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium hand sewn rod sock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour choice of finest quality Portuguese cork grip *configurable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEpic reel seat in either black or Titanium finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide set (Snake brand Universal guides USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitanium stripper guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue kit (preloaded syringes, grip \u0026amp; tip epoxy, brushes, mixing cups \u0026amp; full instructions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChina-graph marking pencil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRod stands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive 42 page build book with step by step instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStickers \/ Decals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e*Japanese Silk threads\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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The most sophisticated composite materials and production processes are used in their construction. Proprietary nano-resins, full Helical construction, multi modulus, and unidirectional carbon fibre - We believe this is \u003cstrong\u003ethe most sophisticated fly rod blank available\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGround ferrule system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the industry leading technology used in each of our blanks, Epic carbon fibre fly rod blanks feature our proprietary ground ferrule system. Each male ferrule is hand ground to perfectly fit the female section of the blank. Female sections are all internally reinforced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of our ground ferrule system:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA secure positive fit eliminates knocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoother energy transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminates flat spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon slip - reduces twisting due to torque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternally reinforced ferrules - eliminates ferrule fracture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable \u0026amp; scratch resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGets better with use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecise fit, sections are interchangeable, in the case of tip breakages replacement sections can be sent out immediately. No need to return the blank for a fit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 590 C blank weighs an astoundingly light 36 grams (1.2oz) 10% lighter than our previous model and lighter than equivalent blanks by Scott or Sage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNano Tough\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur use of Silica nano-resin makes for a very tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAs good as it gets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEpic C (Carbon) 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 C series would best be described as Mid Flex (Orvis) or Medium fast (Sage). They are light without sacrificing strength (lighter than the equivalent Sage one).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpic Ready to Wrap Fly Rod Kits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBuilding a great custom fly rod is no mean feat, selecting the correct matching components can be an intimidating exercise alone. Then there’s those wraps, the cork and glue.. Our Epic Ready to Wrap Rod Kit makes life easy - we’ve done much of the hard work for you. The kit contains all the components, glues, rod finish and instructions you’ll need to build your own unique custom Epic fly rod. The components in our Epic Ready to Wrap Rod Kit have all been specifically designed to work together. Our premium grade cork grip features a tapered bore to fit your chosen blank. Each cork grip is ported to receive our Epic reel seat perfectly.\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Kit contents may vary from those pictured according to options and model chosen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eEach Kit contains:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn Epic Unidirectional Carbon fibre blank with Helical wound core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEpic Katana hand ferruled black fibreglass fly rod tube \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium hand sewn rod sock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour choice of finest quality Portuguese cork grip *configurable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEpic reel seat in either black or Titanium finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide set (Snake brand Universal guides USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitanium stripper guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue kit (preloaded syringes, grip \u0026amp; tip epoxy, brushes, mixing cups \u0026amp; full instructions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChina-graph marking pencil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRod stands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive 42 page build book with step by step instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStickers \/ Decals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e*Japanese Silk threads\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each kit includes white silk and black thread for trims. These default threads can be substiuted for other stock colors on request. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/swiftflyfishing.com\/collections\/rod-building-components\/products\/silk-wrapping-thread\" title=\"Stock thread colours\"\u003eView Stock Thread Colours\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended line weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e AFTMA #5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e Specifications\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaper:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Medium \/ Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Medium Fast  \/ Mid Flex\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLockup point:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Top third\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResonant Frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 3.3 Hz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 57msi Carbon Blend\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCore:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e VeroCore Carbon Helix\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended line weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e AFTMA #5 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 9'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 4\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 36g \/ 1.2oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAction Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 70 degrees\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eERN: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e5 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eELN:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal Grain Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 130 - 155 Grains \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Epic Fiberglass Fly Rod Blank\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/5852\/files\/Epic-Fiberglass-Fly-Rod-Specifications_4_large.png?4328\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Epic s2 Fiberglass FLy Rod Blank\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/5852\/files\/686-Rod-Power-slider.png?5095\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e"}