G.Loomis IMX-Pro V2 5100-4

Reviews

1. Rated 5 out of 5

   A roll casting and line mending machine, the IMX-Pro V2 5100-4 goes way beyond utility high stick nymphing rod. I am impressed with the design attention that such a specialized rod received in this series. Like most 10’ rods, the casting doesn’t really gel until there is 25’ or 30’ of line in the air, but from there out it’s smooth as it can be, a finely tuned instrument for casting and all that follows. I would particularly call out the sensitivity and lightness in the tip, uncommon attributes in a mid-price 10’ 5-weight. The SA Amplitude MPX was a good line match and I can only imagine that the SA Infinity taper would be an even better pairing because long fly rods have innate ability to mend and manage long-headed fly lines.

   John Duncan (Telluride Angler)

2. Rated 4 out of 5

   This rod is cut from the same cloth as the 4100/4. It is not the lightest rod in the lineup but that is to be expected from a rod in this price range. It has plenty of power and is a smooth caster. Just like the 4wt version, if you slow down your casting stroke a bit you will form better loops and will be much happier. There isn’t a significant difference in feel and power between the 4100/4 and 5100/4 but the 5wt is definitely heavier in hand. It is a great big water style nymphing rod that will roll cast with the best high end 10’ 5wt rods out there. I played around with the SA Amplitude Smooth Infinity and found it to be a great pairing.

   Parker Thompson (Telluride Angler)