The multi-award winning Sky G-Series is the flagship of the Douglas rod family and a modern fly rod in a class of its own. This rod series uses the latest technology in its quest to achieve fly rod perfection. The blank is wonderfully light and can be cast excellently over all distances. The rod offers excellent damping in the drill and enormous restoring power. It allows almost effortless casts, impressive precision and last but not least offers excellent durability. The innovative top components of the Sky G-Series include: REC titanium cerecoil rings with zirconia inserts, REC titanium rings, a handle made of AAAA-Flor cork, a skeletonised aluminium reel seat, double uplocking rings and fine blackwood inlays.
The matte platinum blank of the G-Series is based on the G-Tec graphite technology and impressed us especially with its enormous recovery speed. The advantages of graphene (extremely low weight with maximum durability) have been perfectly incorporated into this rod model. What struck us particularly positively during the first casts was the combination of speed and sensitivity. The swing weight of the Douglas Sky G-Series is incredibly low, which means you can cast all day without getting tired. At just 81g, the #5 is one of the lightest fly rods on the market! Without effort, you'll be able to keep large amounts of line in the air with this rod. The perfect tool if you want to present small flies particularly gently! And in the high line classes, the G-Series is ideal for demanding fly fishers who are dedicated to pike or other predatory target fish in fresh- and saltwater. In short: a high-end fly rod made from ultra-light graphene with the best components to be found in modern rod making.
Details:
- Action: Medium Fast (Freshwater Models), Fast (Saltwater Models)
- Multi-module blank with G-Tec graphite technology
- Combines effortless casting and high sensitivity
- Low swing weight
- REC Titanium shape memory Cerecoil stripper guides with zirconia inserts
- REC Titanium recoil guides
- A skeletonized aluminum reel seat
- Double uplocking rings with nylon bushings
- Burled blackwood inserts
- AAAA flor grade cork
- Glare-free, matt platinum-coloured rod blank with G-Armour
- Section alignment dots featuring rod line weight
- Supplied in moisture wicking case and powder coated aluminium tube
- 30 year manufacturer's warranty
Class | Length | Transport Length | Weight | Handle |
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4 | 8.6 ft (2.62 m) | 74 cm (70 cm without tube) | 68 g | Half Wells |
4 | 9 ft (2.74 m) | 78 cm (74 cm without tube) | 71 g | Half Wells |
5 | 9 ft (2.74 m) | 78 cm (74 cm without tube) | 76 g | Half Wells |
6 | 9 ft (2.74 m) | 78 cm (74 cm without tube) | 94 g | Full Wells / Fighting Butt |
6 | 9 ft (2.74 m) | 78 cm (74 cm without tube) | 79 g | Half Wells |
7 | 9 ft (2.74 m) | 78 cm (74 cm without tube) | 99 g | Full Wells / Fighting Butt |
8 | 9 ft (2.74 m) | 78 cm (74 cm without tube) | 102 g | Full Wells / Fighting Butt |
9 | 9 ft (2.74 m) | 78 cm (74 cm without tube) | 113 g | Full Wells / Fighting Butt |
10 | 9 ft (2.74 m) | 78 cm (74 cm without tube) | 127 g | Full Wells / Fighting Butt |
11 | 9 ft (2.74 m) | 78 cm (74 cm without tube) | 130 g | Full Wells / Fighting Butt |
The American brand Douglas Outdoors was founded in 2014 near Lake Ontario (NY). This relatively young rod building company is known for amazing craftsmanship, modern technologies and an outstanding quality. With the needs of demanding fly fishermen in mind, Douglas does not mass-produce cheap fly rods. In fact, all of these high-quality rods are made for the challenges of everyday use. Without a doubt, these passionate rod designers know exactly what experienced fly fishermen need and they know that their rods will play a huge role in the lives of their customers. This inspiring philosophy has guided the development of each of these wonderful rods!