another skagit single hand spey question

I don't know if this helps, but I have a TFO Ticrx LT that I put a lower grip on and use a Ambush 5 wt @ 215 grains with poly leaders. That line works really well with that rod. I haven't tried any skagits on it, but I do have a 225 Skagit that I need to try some time. I was out the other day with my light switch rod with the 225 Skagit it was throwing a light mow tip pretty good until the wind started blowing straight in my face. I need to get out and do some more line testing on my light switch.

There is a little info on my experience with similar set up.


Dan

you might be ok on the 320 but may be a bit on the light side. I converted an old Fisher 10' 7 wt to a switch and am throwing a 350 grain Max short on it but it did ok even with a 375 grain head.

If you already have the 320 then try it and see what you think. It should turn over T8 without too much trouble though I don't know the taper on that line but 320 grains over 19 feet is around 17 grains per foot so twice the T8 grains per foot which should work well

I've converted a 6 and 7 weight single hand rod to two hand use and 315gr is the head weight I use for both.

Incidentally, both rods like the Ambush 7wt for single hand spey. I think single hand spey matches better to a lighter line because of the ability to haul. Also, my Ambush 7 weighed about 20gr heavier than advertised.

I toss a 225 rio skagit max short on my little 11' 2/3 anglers roost stick with light iMow tips (T-8) and 3-4 inch streamers out to 70-80 feet. So yes, it can be done and wouldn't be considered 'too heavy.' Depends on the fly you are trying to chuck. My flies are lightweight yet throw a strong profile so they are easy to cast.

Mike, I have the 11ft 2/3 wt rod and I am looking forward to testing out the Skagit 225 on mine. I also have a scandi 210 that I tried once but didn't have a lot of time for testing.

I also have a echo sr 3 wt that will throw the same lines jut a little faster action.


I have a little time tomorrow and will be stopping by the river to do a little testing.


Dan

jma said:

Incidentally, both rods like the Ambush 7wt for single hand spey. I think single hand spey matches better to a lighter line because of the ability to haul. Also, my Ambush 7 weighed about 20gr heavier than advertised.

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This has been my experience as well, the haul just WORKS. Technique is the lions share of dialing these combos. I've got a Scott 10' S3 6wt lined with a 5wt Ambush.. it will turn over 8' of 10gr per foot sink tip and average tie with ease. You have to speed things up to accomplish this. Velocity goes a long way, without it.. not so much.