2wt 8’8″ Origin

The Origin 2 weight 8 feet and 8 inches, is our ultimate small stream fly fishing rod, that has been specially built for the Cape Streams and similar river systems.

Designing a taper for the new 2wt was an exciting challenge, to create a fly rod that ticks the “perfect small stream” box. The rod would need to be long, but not overly long, as too long can create additional challenges on the more technical sections. We chose a length based on feedback and testing at just a bit below 9 feet. The 8-foot, 8-inch gives you the reach when you need it, but also the ability to tuck the rod tightly when going through tighter, more close-quarters sections.

The slightly longer length also allowed us to adjust the taper and create a softer, more finessed tip section, to dramatically improve light tipper protection while still having a nice, medium-fast+ action with a stiffer mid-to-butt section that loads up easily with the correctly weighted fly line, even in windy conditions.

While a 1-weight is always a beautiful rod for the river, it does have quite a few limitations when the wind comes ripping through a small stream valley. Stepping up to a 2-weight gives you a bit more control while still having that small stream feel and thin line taper to make mending and presentation a “breeze”.

The overall construction and components chosen all serve a distinct purpose on the Origin 8’8″ 2 weight, the matt black blank has almost no rod flash, while the low kep black guides and matt reel seat further reduce the chances of any hardware flash. This all wraps up into a fly rod that is stealthy in both its appearance and its approach, excelling in fishing clear, thin streams where trout are spooked all too easily.

 

Features

• Excellent attention to detail and finish
• Medium-Fast+  action with rapid recovery
• Soft tip for delicate tippet protection
• Blacked out blank and hardware
• Designed in South Africa specifically for small-stream applications
• Lightweight and durable with great accuracy and adequate low-down power
• Top-quality Pacific Bay guides, cork, and components
• A full range of replacement sections is available here.
• Lime green accents showcase our appreciation for Cape Limestone

Specifications

• Length  |  8 feet 8 inches
• Line Weight  |  2  |  AFFTA 30′ head grain weight recommendation of 85-95
• Action  |  Medium-Fast+
• Recovery Rate  |  Fast
• Sections  |  4
• Grip  |  4A grade half wells
• Korean Carbon Grade  |  40 Ton SK Grade 
• Blank Structure  |  DNA helical weave
• Alignment Dots  |  One on each male and female section
• Blank Colour  |  Matt black
• Guides | PacBay single foot guides
• Reel Seat  |  Gun metal custom real seat with burled wooden insert
• Physical Weight  |  73 grams
• Storage  |  Cordura rod tube and soft cotton rod bag