G.Loomis IMX-Pro V2S 890-4

Reviews

1. Rated 4 out of 5

   Casting ease and performance are excellent with this model. Paired with an SA Amplitude Bonefish line, it generates the kind of line speed and distance expected from a $1,200 saltwater rod. My only criticism would be the lack of feedback to the caster. This model will be terrific on the water, but the feel doesn’t approach that of an Asquith or Sector. I can detect a subtle disconnect between the butt section and the rest of the rod, too, which affects accuracy somewhat. The stiff butt seems designed for playing heavy fish but doesn’t load much on the cast. I would still offer this rod my strongest recommendation for someone comparing mid-priced 8-weights.

   John Duncan (Telluride Angler)

2. Rated 4 out of 5

   The IMX Pro V2S 890/4 is a great caster in close and has more power than the 7wt in the lineup. It still isn’t as power oriented as other 8wt saltwater rods on the market but it’s a much better bonefish rod than the 790/4 IMX Pro V2S. The rod is not the most intuitive in the series but is still a great fishing tool. It handles the Rio Elite Bonefish line very well but I would be hesitant to fish anything much heavier than that on here. This is a very nice flats rod that won’t break the bank or tire the caster too much.

   Parker Thompson (Telluride Angler)