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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: Al P. on February 11, 2014, 09:37:57 AM

Title: New G. Loomis IMX Steelhead rods
Post by: Al P. on February 11, 2014, 09:37:57 AM

I see G. Loomis has introduced a new line up of Steelhead/Salmon rods geared towards our fishing styles, there are some new rods and actions now available that look interesting. The IMX material has been reworked, and is said to be stronger and lighter then previous IMX's. Reviews from guys field testing them in the states have all been very good. They should be in the G. Loomis booth at Tradex show to check out, if they haven't made it to the retailers shops.

The IMX 1363 (11'4") centre pin rod, and IMX 1262(10'6") casting rod, have really caught my attention and look forward to fishing them soon.



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Title: Re: New G. Loomis IMX Steelhead rods
Post by: sbc hris on February 11, 2014, 11:42:15 AM

Very interesting. I might have to check these out.

Title: Re: New G. Loomis IMX Steelhead rods
Post by: NexusGoo on February 11, 2014, 03:27:38 PM

X2, these rods are definitely catching my eye and will for sure be taking a closer look at the G.Loomis booth for Tradex

Title: Re: New G. Loomis IMX Steelhead rods
Post by: Spoonman on February 11, 2014, 06:00:18 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1WLchksJgA

Title: Re: New G. Loomis IMX Steelhead rods
Post by: Pin-nook on February 11, 2014, 08:34:31 PM

Hey Al,

       Do you know if they will sell these rods in just blanks? I would be super interested in that 13 footer(6-10) but custom built the way I want it!  Are you coming down for the show this year?

Title: Re: New G. Loomis IMX Steelhead rods
Post by: Al P. on February 11, 2014, 09:40:02 PM

Haven't heard anything different, no blanks.
I think that 13' would be too light for anything out here! It won't be like your 13' GLX.
Yes, looking like I will be at show, if I don't see you on the river before then, stop by and we'll catch up, and I'll let you know how they fish.
Al P.

Title: Re: New G. Loomis IMX Steelhead rods
Post by: Ryanx on May 20, 2014, 04:55:55 PM

So how is fishing the 1363-4?
 And how much weight are you casting?
I haven't seen many reviews of the new centerpin rods and I'm really curious

Title: Re: New G. Loomis IMX Steelhead rods
Post by: Al P. on May 26, 2014, 08:11:51 AM

The 1363 IMX was very nice to fish, very light in hand and crisp.
Fished floats to 25gr casting the rigs just fine, but I found it lacked power in the bottom end when dealing with bigger steelhead.
Al P.

Title: Re: New G. Loomis IMX Steelhead rods
Post by: leapin' tyee on May 26, 2014, 09:21:13 AM

Quote from: Al P. on May 26, 2014, 08:11:51 AM

The 1363 IMX was very nice to fish, very light in hand and crisp.
Fished floats to 25gr casting the rigs just fine, but I found it lacked power in the bottom end when dealing with bigger steelhead.
Al P.

Hi AI P.

            Do you know what is the line rated ?

Title: Re: New G. Loomis IMX Steelhead rods
Post by: typhoon on May 26, 2014, 09:37:35 AM

Quote from: leapin' tyee on May 26, 2014, 09:21:13 AM

Hi AI P.

            Do you know what is the line rated ?

8-12lb 1/4-1/2oz
http://www.gloomis.com/publish/content/gloomis_2010/us/en/conventional/rods/salmon___steelhead/imx_centerpin.html