REDINGTON Olympus 11'6 fly rod line 8

Redington Olympus 11'6 line 8: a short and powerful Switch rod

With its 11'6 and line 8 power, this Redington Olympus packs a substantial power reserve into a particularly compact two-handed rod. It is designed for situations where you need to tackle big fish and demanding conditions without the space required to wield a long Spey rod. Redington targets it specifically at winter steelhead, Great Lakes fishing and Atlantic salmon. A decidedly powerful program for a Switch rod capable of working effectively in tight and cluttered spots.

A compact length for difficult positions

Wooded banks, dense vegetation and limited casting space can quickly complicate the use of a long Spey rod. At only 11'6, this Olympus offers particularly interesting maneuverability in this type of environment. Its Switch configuration retains the advantages of a two-handed rod while greatly reducing its overall footprint. It thus becomes a true specialist for stretches where power is essential but every foot of length counts.

A line 8 for powerful fishing

The line 8 power clearly sets this model apart from lighter Switch rods. This Olympus is designed to handle more demanding fishing situations and provide the necessary reserve when facing powerful migratory fish. It finds its place particularly during winter steelhead fishing, as well as for targeting salmon on stretches where a long rod would be difficult to use.

Fast action and immediate recovery

The Olympus 11'6 line 8 features the fast, easy-loading action that characterizes the range, combined with fast blank recovery. This action efficiently mobilizes the rod's power on the cast while maintaining precision and control. The blank returns quickly to position after loading, offering a crisp response well suited to the more powerful fishing systems associated with a line 8.

Nano Resin Technology: power without inertia

Despite its muscular program, Redington sought to keep the rod light and responsive thanks to its Nano Resin Technology. This graphite and resin matrix improves the balance between lightness, strength and blank responsiveness. On a powerful Switch rod, this construction directly contributes to comfort. The 11'6 line 8 thus retains excellent liveliness on the cast while offering the solidity and backbone needed when a big fish digs into the current.

A construction suited to migratory fish

The Steelhead Green blank features a Redington premium cork grip with contrasting cork rings at the top and bottom. These visual markers help maintain consistent hand placement during casts. The lower grip ends with a spherical composite piece. The reel seat combines a synthetic dark walnut-style insert with a laser-engraved sliding band. The locking nuts incorporate nylon inserts to ensure a secure hold on the reel. The chrome stainless steel guides promote smooth line glide, and the alignment dots simplify assembly of the rod sections streamside.

A Switch rod to reach big fish wherever they hide

The Redington Olympus 11'6 line 8 addresses a straightforward challenge: having a genuinely powerful rod when the river configuration does not allow comfortable use of a long Spey. Short, maneuverable and endowed with a solid power reserve, it is particularly well suited to winter steelhead and salmon in tight environments. A Switch rod designed for situations where big fish, powerful systems and limited casting space must all be dealt with at once.

Specifications of the Redington Olympus 11'6 line 8

• Length: 11'6
• Line weight: 8
• Type: Switch
• Target species: steelhead and salmon
• Particularly well suited to winter steelhead
• Suited to Great Lakes fishing and Atlantic salmon
• Designed for tight and cluttered spots
• Fast action, easy to load
• Fast blank recovery
• Nano Resin Technology construction
• Blank in Steelhead Green finish
• Premium cork grip with hand placement markers
• Lower grip with composite end cap
• Synthetic dark walnut-style reel seat insert
• Sliding band with laser engraving
• Locking nuts with nylon inserts
• Chrome stainless steel guides
• Alignment dots
• Comes with a Cordura protective tube
• Lifetime warranty

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