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We will have the CND Solstice Series and Spey Trackers lined up at Denver. Our booth is hard to miss - it's the only spey rod maker directly ON the spey pool. We are hard core spey :smokin:
Come check out the first three Solstice Series rods (Greased Line Spey):
13'4" 6/7 4pc IM8
14'3" 7/8 4pc IM8
15'2" 7/8 4pc IM8
These rods are at the top of the heap in terms of casting performance, looks and ruggedness - the complete package. A 'rainforest green' finish and classic fit and trim throughout disguise the space-age material properties, toned down just a touch from the Specialist Series to provide a lightweight "sweetness" in the action that speaks for itself. Yet put a load into the blank and watch the tight loops jump from the hidden power in the IM8 graphite, without even a hint of stiffness or heaviness. These rods have passed our toughness test with flying colors, landing fish much larger than typical for the light summer line ratings throughout the field testing period - they are extremely durable for such balanced and lightweight rods.
Nobuo has really outdone himself with the precise weight and flex balance from tip to butt in these rods, which truly defy their dimensions with their featherlight weight and smooth feel. The first thing you will say when you pick up the 14'3" (CNF-1438GL) is "this can't be over 14ft long" as it feels as light as most 13ft'ers on the market (and some 12's :lildevl
. I noticed during field tests that it casts beautifully with some overhang and a crisp stroke using a lighter line rating (e.g. 6/7 short or mid spey) as it will with a fuller load (e.g. a 7/8 mid/short spey line).
Even the 15'2" feels summer-run light in the hands while having the power to throw spey lines to the backing knot without much ado when the load is pulled into the lower blank with a smooth stroke.
The Solstice Series blanks have the consistent flex balance that makes Nobuo's extensive mathematical calculations (the first development step in every CND rod) worthwhile.
These rods have been extensively field tested as far abroad as the Ponoi, Pacific Northwest steelhead, and cherry salmon rivers in Japan before reaching the highest level of refinement possible.
The Tracker Series is a proven trout spey series that has been proven overseas but is now available in the US and Canada. A 12'2" 5/6 spey action rod is a must for those visiting Kamchatka for wild trout, in fact there is one there now in the most capable hands. The 9'8" 6/7/8 Tracker is as smooth overhead casting a full line as it is spey casting with the over/under handle design.
The Atlantis Series of Saltwater Two-handed Performance rods will introduce an 11ft 9/10wt little brother to the Surf-Tamer, dubbed the "All-arounder". This rod has also been tested in a range of coastal conditions from crosswinds on the Airport Flat on Exuma to Monomoy and Nauset's outer beaches. It's the second of a four part series of designed-for-purpose saltwater two-handers borne from extensive research, not an after-thought of a salmon rod.
There are other rods in R&D right now but I don't want to steal Nobuo's thunder. He is always surprising folks with his designs, myself included!
I look forward to seeing everyone at the show!
We will have the CND Solstice Series and Spey Trackers lined up at Denver. Our booth is hard to miss - it's the only spey rod maker directly ON the spey pool. We are hard core spey :smokin:
Come check out the first three Solstice Series rods (Greased Line Spey):
13'4" 6/7 4pc IM8
14'3" 7/8 4pc IM8
15'2" 7/8 4pc IM8
These rods are at the top of the heap in terms of casting performance, looks and ruggedness - the complete package. A 'rainforest green' finish and classic fit and trim throughout disguise the space-age material properties, toned down just a touch from the Specialist Series to provide a lightweight "sweetness" in the action that speaks for itself. Yet put a load into the blank and watch the tight loops jump from the hidden power in the IM8 graphite, without even a hint of stiffness or heaviness. These rods have passed our toughness test with flying colors, landing fish much larger than typical for the light summer line ratings throughout the field testing period - they are extremely durable for such balanced and lightweight rods.
Nobuo has really outdone himself with the precise weight and flex balance from tip to butt in these rods, which truly defy their dimensions with their featherlight weight and smooth feel. The first thing you will say when you pick up the 14'3" (CNF-1438GL) is "this can't be over 14ft long" as it feels as light as most 13ft'ers on the market (and some 12's :lildevl
. I noticed during field tests that it casts beautifully with some overhang and a crisp stroke using a lighter line rating (e.g. 6/7 short or mid spey) as it will with a fuller load (e.g. a 7/8 mid/short spey line).Even the 15'2" feels summer-run light in the hands while having the power to throw spey lines to the backing knot without much ado when the load is pulled into the lower blank with a smooth stroke.
The Solstice Series blanks have the consistent flex balance that makes Nobuo's extensive mathematical calculations (the first development step in every CND rod) worthwhile.
These rods have been extensively field tested as far abroad as the Ponoi, Pacific Northwest steelhead, and cherry salmon rivers in Japan before reaching the highest level of refinement possible.
The Tracker Series is a proven trout spey series that has been proven overseas but is now available in the US and Canada. A 12'2" 5/6 spey action rod is a must for those visiting Kamchatka for wild trout, in fact there is one there now in the most capable hands. The 9'8" 6/7/8 Tracker is as smooth overhead casting a full line as it is spey casting with the over/under handle design.
The Atlantis Series of Saltwater Two-handed Performance rods will introduce an 11ft 9/10wt little brother to the Surf-Tamer, dubbed the "All-arounder". This rod has also been tested in a range of coastal conditions from crosswinds on the Airport Flat on Exuma to Monomoy and Nauset's outer beaches. It's the second of a four part series of designed-for-purpose saltwater two-handers borne from extensive research, not an after-thought of a salmon rod.
There are other rods in R&D right now but I don't want to steal Nobuo's thunder. He is always surprising folks with his designs, myself included!
I look forward to seeing everyone at the show!
