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Loomis IMX-Pro V2 ShortSpey Steelhead Rod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from SteelheadBum, you'll receive a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFREE premium fly line. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you prefer a Skagit or Scandi setup, we'll help outfit your rod with the right line so it's ready to fish the moment it arrives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEW for 2026 — IMX-Pro V2 ShortSpey Comes to Steelhead\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter several years of success with the IMX-Pro V2 Trout Spey series, G. Loomis has expanded the lineup with purpose-built steelhead models. 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The progressive medium-fast action loads easily with today's Skagit and Scandi systems, making effortless casts while maintaining excellent touch and loop control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a rod that casts confidently, fishes comfortably from daylight until dark, and has the power reserves to pressure large steelhead when the moment finally arrives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinished with premium cork grips, chrome guides, and a custom aluminum reel seat, every IMX-Pro V2 ShortSpey is handcrafted in Woodland, Washington and built to the exacting standards G. 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