REDINGTON Olympus 12'6 Fly Rod Line 6

Redington Olympus 12'6 line 6: a light Spey rod for summer fishing

With its 12'6 length and line 6 power, this Redington Olympus marks the transition from Trout Spey to true migratory fish fishing. It was developed for summer steelhead fishing, when conditions allow the use of smaller flies and lighter casting systems. Redington takes particular inspiration from the renowned Deschutes and Salmon rivers, where this type of approach makes perfect sense. The 12'6 line 6 allows you to cover the river effectively while prioritizing presentation finesse and the pleasure of a light Spey rod.

Dry fly or wet fly: a versatile rod

This Olympus is designed to work equally well with presentations on the surface and below the surface. Its #6 power makes it an interesting rod when conditions don't call for the heavier setups traditionally associated with Spey. It allows you to tackle a variety of situations with smaller flies and relatively light lines, while retaining the length and control that a true two-handed rod provides.

A fast, precise and easy-to-load action

Like the other rods in the Olympus range, the 12'6 line 6 combines a fast action with easy loading and fast blank recovery. This action provides a precise and dynamic casting rod capable of efficiently generating line speed without sacrificing feel. Its 12'6 length also offers the control needed to manage the drift and effectively handle the line during swing fishing.

Nano Resin Technology: less weight, more responsiveness

The Steelhead Green blank benefits from Redington's new Nano Resin Technology. This graphite and resin matrix delivers a lightweight, strong and particularly responsive construction. On a 12'6 two-handed rod, this pursuit of lightness directly contributes to fishing comfort. The blank's liveliness makes repeated casts easier, while its responsiveness maintains good feel and the control needed when a steelhead interrupts the swing.

A true Spey rod for light fishing

The Redington Olympus 12'6 line 6 is aimed at the angler who wants to pursue migratory fish with a lighter approach. It is particularly at home in summer steelhead fishing, but its versatility more broadly makes it an interesting option whenever conditions allow the use of small flies and relatively fine casting systems. It is an excellent choice for covering beautiful rivers with a light two-handed rod, while retaining enough power and control to handle a migratory fish.

Components suited to intensive use

The Redington premium cork handle features contrasting cork rings that serve as visual guides to facilitate consistent hand placement. The lower grip ends with a spherical composite piece. The reel seat includes a synthetic dark walnut-style insert, a laser-engraved sliding ring and locking nuts fitted with nylon inserts to ensure reliable reel retention. The chrome stainless steel guides promote line slickness and the alignment dots make it easy to assemble the sections at the water's edge.

Redington Olympus 12'6 line 6 specifications

• Length: 12'6
• Line weight: 6
• Target species: Spey / steelhead
• Particularly suited to summer fishing
• Suited to surface and subsurface presentations
• Designed for small flies and light casting systems
• Fast action, easy to load
• Fast blank recovery
• Nano Resin Technology construction
• Blank finish Steelhead Green
• Premium cork handle with hand placement guides
• Lower grip with composite end cap
• Synthetic dark walnut-style reel seat insert
• Sliding ring with laser engraving
• Locking nuts with nylon inserts
• Chrome stainless steel guides
• Alignment dots
• Comes with Cordura protective tube
• Lifetime warranty

If you have any questions about choosing a rod, a fly line, or for rigging and selecting fly components, don't hesitate to contact us through our website, by phone, or by visiting us in person at our Ardent Fly Fishing store.