Guideline LPX Tactical 99 Single Handed Fly Rod

After the huge success of the saltwater-ready LPX Coastal, it was only a matter of time before the rod makers at Guideline added more models to the popular series. With the latest members of the LPX family, chief developer Leif Stavmo has outdone himself and created rods for almost all facets of modern fly fishing. This includes the 9.9 foot models of the LPX Tactical: The Guideline LPX Tactical 99. Versatile models in the important line classes for our backyard fishing for Trout, Grayling and other popular target fish.

The LPX Tactical from Guideline are ultra-light fly rods with fantastic balance and a very low swing weight. The four 99 models with a length of 3.02 m (9.9 ft) represent a new approach from Guideline. A combination of versatility for fishing dry flies, nymphs, Euro nymphs and lighter streamers, plus an extended reach that allows for better drift control. In addition to optimised contact with the fly and the ability to form very tight loops, the LPX Tactical 99 has the advantage of allowing you to better control the height of your cast and leave bushes and high banks behind. Also, with this length you have a little more time to make air corrections and curved casts in the presentation phase. When fishing from a belly boat or wading deep, the 9.9 ft. rods provide extra height on the cast.

Like all Guideline LPX Tactical rods, the 99 is packed with high-end features and components to satisfy even the most demanding fly fisherman. Thanks to Guideline's advanced C.A.P M4.0 blank construction technology, these rods are incredibly light and have an action that takes fly casting to the next level at all distances. The lightest model weighs just 70g! The feel of the rods is extremely sensitive and allows you to use the smallest patterns and finest leader tips. The tip is very sensitive and the rod gets stronger towards the bottom. The different parts of the rod engage very gently the more force you apply to them. This makes fighting larger fish more effective without compromising fine leaders. The recovery speed of the LPX Tactical Blanks is at the highest level, without vibrations and with great stability in all directions. This ensures incomparable precision when casting and gives the good feeling of being connected to the whole rod.

The attractive properties of the medium-fast blanks (slightly slower than the 9 foot models) are complemented by many features that testify to Guidelines' practice-oriented expertise. These include the selection and arrangement of the rings, the use of a high-quality reel seat with a beautiful wooden inlay and a Micro Fighting Butt. The light feel in the hand, the fantastic balance and the low swing weight of these rods will allow you to fish for hours on the stream and river

Our recommendations:

• LPX Tactical 9,9 ft # 2: The first choice for ultra-fine fishing with small dry flies and nymphs on the river. More feeling is not possible! Due to the length of 9.9 ft. this model is also suitable for Euro Nymphing. Fighting a fish with this rod really gets you in the mood!
• LPX Tactical 9,9 ft # 3: A versatile rod for fine fishing with dry flies or weighted nymphs. If you need a bit more power and also have to reckon with big Trout and Grayling, then this is the rod for you. Casting a conventional fly line is just as much fun as presenting a long Euro Nymph Leader.
• LPX Tactical 9,9 ft # 4: The most universal model in the range! Not only can you cast larger dry flies and tungsten nymphs, but you can also fish a small Trout streamer effectively. You don't need to be afraid of big Brown Trout and Grayling over 50cm. Also very suitable for Barbel fishing with heavy nymphs.
• LPX Tactical 9,9 ft # 5: The most powerful rod in the series for river fishing. If you just want to cover everything and need plenty of power reserves, then you are well advised to go for the classic in line class 5. This model offers a faster action than the classes 2 and 3 and fishes extremely well from a belly boat on the lake too (e.g. with a nymph rig).

C.A.P M4.0™ Technology

With the C.A.P M4.0™ technology, Guideline offers a series of fly rods that feature impressive performance coupled with flawless recovery and unparalleled precision.  C.A.P Technology features a Complex Axial Pattern (CAP) paired with unidirectional carbon fiber layups. In CAP, layers of carbon fibers are placed in varying angles to each other to maximize strength and stability in all directions. In a unidirectional non-woven carbon pattern, all fibres run in a single, parallel direction ensuring maximum strength lengthwise. M4.0 ™ is the resin Guideline use in this type of blank construction. The properties of this resin fill the gaps in the carbon cloth more effective than normal resins and has greater strength. It also decreases the overall need for resin in blank construction. Resulting in lighter Guideline rods than ever before.

Details:

• Modern fly rods for classic fly lines and modern Euro Nymphing
• With advanced C.A.P M4.0 blank construction Technology
• Superb combination of casting performance and effective fish-fighting properties with thin tippets
• Blanks have a matte coated finish for stealthy fishing without throwing reflexes from sun
• Natural grey blanks with a slight tint of green
• Dark green wrappings with light golden metallic trims
• Grips are fitted with Super Grade Cork of high density and with very little fill
• Reel seats with premium wood inserts with engraved 'Tactical' logo
• Hard anodized metal parts in matte finish to avoid throwing flashes from sunlight
• Custom designed locking nuts and sliding hoods contribute to the extremely low weight of the rods
• Titanium stripper guides with zirconia inserts
• Single leg guides and tip guides are PVD coated in a semi-matte gun smoke finish, a strong, lead-free, non-toxic finish
• GL ECO-Tech ™, no grinding of blanks that produce harmful dust at production facility
• Low Toxic Resins: Glues and varnish on the rods have a very low content of harmful substances, which leads to a healthier worker’s environment
• Delivered with recycled polyester rod bags in a strong Polypropylene tube that also has a recycled polyester fabric cover
• Slim Half Wells handle with Micro Butt
• 4-pcs Design