G. Loomis IMX-PRO V2S 8WT 9'
In Stock • Bozeman, MT
- Conduit Core Technology
- GL7 Resin System
- Chrome snake guides
- Fuji tangle-free K-frame stripper guides
- Full wells premium grade cork grip
- Custom aluminum reel seat with fighting butt
- Tube and cloth rod bag
Description
G. Loomis IMX-PRO V2S 890-4
At G. Loomis, we build tools that enhance natural ability, boost effectiveness, and expand tactical opportunity. We do this for the dawn patrollers. The mid-day grinders. The last-light renegades. For those that make time on the water a top priority. Introducing IMX-PRO V2S, a continuation of our 40-year commitment to provide anglers with actions that put the bug where your brain wants it every time.
Rolled for pumped performance in salty environments, IMX-PRO V2S actions are tuned for utility in three specific areas: improved tracking in the wind, lifting generous lengths of line before a re-cast, and fish fighting control. G. Loomis engineers designed these versatile actions with gobs of power through the bottom half of the rod but, most uniquely, developed a slightly tighter tip to minimize tailing loops and improve tracking and line pick-up. A proprietary blend of technologies — Conduit Core and GL7 resin system — provides surplus strength and impact resistance without the extra weight, creating a blank that allows anglers to stay frosty when a "send" becomes a "bend."
That said, don't take it from us. Experience this diverse set of purpose-driven actions for yourself. Because, after all, actions speak louder than words.
Technology
CONDUIT CORE
Traditionally, as the blank diameter increases, so does the total amount of material used. This was the only way of ensuring strength/durability in the bottom half of the rod. Conduit Core technology removes excess wraps of graphite and replaces them with a proprietary material that’s of equal strength, but dramatically lighter in weight. Casters exert less energy to move the rod, increasing the efficiency of total energy required to manipulate the line when casting, mending, and animating flies.
MULTI-TAPER DESIGN
Since 1982, we’ve pushed the boundaries of manufacturing technology, materials innovation, and product design. That’s why G. Loomis fly rods deliver superior performance, heightening angler experience and effectiveness on the water.
While there are countless examples of this philosophy in action, one technology in particular encapsulates our drive to build the most advanced rods in the world: Multi-Taper Design.
Multi-Taper Design is best described as a series of “micro-tapers” within the overall taper of the rod. This unique, proprietary process allows us to use more material on potential break points and less material everywhere else. To accomplish this, we manufactured a custom rolling table...and it’s the only one in existence today. The result is a catalog of precisely defined actions that strike a perfect balance between durability and performance.
Warranty
G. Loomis Warranty Information
G. Loomis rods are covered by a Limited Lifetime Warranty against non-conformities in workmanship and materials for the life of the original owner.
G. Loomis IMX-PRO V2S
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Q: What specific fishing scenarios did you design this rod for, and where do you feel it truly excels in performance? A: This rod is targeted at the Southeast, Northeast, and Southwest salt angler. This includes traveling angler consumers, guides, and fly shop employees. Enhanced durability and rod action for windy days that prioritize technique. Comparable in performance to Scott Tidal or Sage Motive.
Q: What fly line would you recommend pairing with this rod? A: RIO Elite Flats Pro or RIO Elite Bonefish
| empty | Short | Medium | Long | FINAL SCORE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caster 1 | 6.9 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 22 |
| Caster 2 | 7 | 7.9 | 8.3 | 23.2 |
| Caster 3 | 8.1 | 8.1 | 8.1 | 24.3 |
| Combined | 23.5 | 24.8 | 25.4 | 73.7 |
- I thought the rod was consistent all-around at various distances. I like the cork and fighting butt on this rod. It feels super light in hand, maybe because it’s a little more top-heavy.
- Really like the grip. Very nice hardware. Pretty good in close for its fast action. There is a sweet spot with this rod having 30’ of line in the air. Loads deep, and easy to pick up line and recast. Great throughout the 30’-70’ range.
- Real deep bend on this rod, but a little ‘poppy.’ Easy to load and get line out at 30’ (short). You can feel the rod load deep, but not sacrificing power. Still a touch clunky/jumpy at 40’ (medium). A touch jumpy with the amount of line out at 60’ (long), but still forgiving.
The IMX-PRO V2S features a noticeably deep bend profile for a fast-action rod. You can feel it load without sacrificing power, making it approachable and forgiving — particularly in close. However, there were some mixed notes at mid and longer distances. While performance never fell off, a few casters described it as slightly “poppy” or “jumpy” at 40 and again around 60 feet. It was still forgiving — just not quite as smooth as some of the higher-ranking rods.
In hand, the rod feels very light, possibly a touch top-heavy, though overall balance and comfort were positive. The grip, cork quality, fighting butt, and hardware all received favorable marks.
Bottom line: a versatile, deep-loading saltwater rod with a defined sweet spot and solid performance across practical fishing distances. While not at the very top of the board, it delivered steady, well-rounded results throughout the course.
