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Rods
Accessories
XF2 Single Handed XF2 Double Handed GRXi+ GS and GS2
Tools Kit Bags Retractors Drogue Fly Boxes Nets and Net Heads
Reels GX900 GX700 GX500 GX300 G-Series Streamlite
Clothing Strata Clothing Range Flylines & Leaders Platinum, Platinum XD, Wakesaver, Saltwater, GRXi, G-Series and GX Fluorocarbon Waders GRXi G-Series
Designed to satisfy anglers who aren’t easily satisfied We know that when it comes to your tackle, you want products that do what they need to, and do it well. We share that passion. From the sophisticated rod testing machines in our factory, to the not so sophisticated ‘hosepipe test’ for waterproofs, all of our products are put through their paces in development – and of course that includes 100s of hours on the bank, in the hands of anglers. This catalogue showcases the highlights of our 2013 range. To view the full range and full specifications for the products shown here visit www.greysfishing.com
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GREYS FLY FISHING CATALOGUE 2013 / RODS
XF2 SINGLE HANDED
The XF2 Range
A rod for every angler The XF2 family is a collection of rods designed for multiple applications – so you should find there’s a rod here for you whatever your fly fishing obsession. From adaptable stillwater rods to super specialist light-line river rods there is an XF2 for everyone.
XF2 rods use the latest techniques in fly rod engineering and technology, and our experienced engineers and product developers apply them inside out. But above all, these rods are designed to fish with, first and foremost. So we test them, for hundreds of hours, not only on our in-house test rigs, but in anglers’ hands, casting and fishing day after day.
Ultimate River Rods Whilst many fly rods are suitable for river and stream light line fishing, few are specifically designed with the application of both traditional and cutting edge river tactics in mind, the XF2 Streamflex range is one exception to this. Typically with river fishing, the rod’s ability to deliver a fly accurately at close range is of far greater importance than its ability to cast great distances. This requirement of exceptional line control must be carefully balanced with the need for an efficient hook set and the ability to play often large fish on light tippets without pulling the hook or fracturing the tippet.
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Greys XF2 Streamflex and XF2 Streamflex Plus rods were the result of long hours of riverside testing in real fishing situations around the world, by some of the leading anglers in both competition and destination river fishing. Scan for video Howard Croston explains the XF2 fly rod range
Howard Croston Hardy & Greys Category Manager (Game)
Versatile and lightweight XF2 Streamflex
XF2 Streamflex Plus
Designed for the most technical and demanding of light line anglers the Streamflex’s legendary smoothness and in-hand balance is available in specialised sizes to meet the demands of today’s technical angler.
Two exceptional rods in one – unique extension system allows this precise 9ft 6 dry fly rod to be transformed into a 10ft nymph fishing rod in seconds, without rethreading the rings.
Aerospace grade alloy reel fittings with stunning burl maple wood spacers, section line up marks and Greys custom composite tipped handle.
• 9’6” – sharp, accurate middle to tip action • 10’ – smooth middle to tip action with fast recovering tip • From £269.99
• 18 models make up this light line range from 6’ #2 to 11’ #4 • All are four piece and come supplied with a triangular colour coded tube. • From £184.99
XF2 Range
XF2
XF2 Comp
The adaptable all-rounder, XF2 is a quality rod that excels in a range of fishing situations.
Designed for competitive anglers and those serious about their big water fly fishing – a powerful, durable, belt and braces range of fly rods designed to withstand the rigours of seasons of hard use.
• M edium fast, middle to tip action with fast recovery • 9 sizes from 9’ #5 to 11’ #7 • From £199.99
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ompetition fly scale on butt section C Fast action, quick recovery blank 4 sizes from 9’6” #7 – 10’ #8 From £219.99
XF2 Salt
XF2 Carnivore
Combines brute strength for coastal winds with the technical demands of fly presentation – from Tarpon in the tropics to Bass on UK shores
Designed especially for targeting predatory fish, with improved lifting power and faster recovering tip speed, this rod will handle the largest of predators and cast the largest of flies with ease.
• F ast action, designed for throwing heavy flies • 6 sizes from 9’ #7 to 9’ #12 • Alternative 9’#12 model with fighting grip available • From £229.99
• Powerful butt and middle action with fast recovering tip • Three sizes 9ft #8, #9, #10 • £219.99
GREYS FLY FISHING CATALOGUE 2013 / RODS
XF2 DOUBLE HANDED
FROM
£349.99
Much work went into the development of our current range of Greys Salmon rods. The T-Series has been designed with a more forgiving action, making it easy to bend, flex, or load the rod properly when using the most common, longer, casting stroke. If however, you use a shorter, Scandi style, casting stroke along with shorter fly lines, then the S-Series will probably suit you better. My advice would be to buy what feels right for your personal casting style, also, the size of river and species you are fishing for.. Ian Gordon — Hardy & Greys Salmon Consultant
The XF2 Range XF2 S Series
XF2 T Series
Designed to be used with the underhand or Scandinavian style of cast, with shorter casting strokes. S-Series rods have a crisp and fast action, but bend smoothly into the butt for high performance casting. Shorter, ‘Scandi-style’ handle.
Designed to complement traditional top-handdominant, longer casting strokes. T-Series rods have a progressive, full flexing action that loads deeper into the butt for easy and effortless casting. Provides performance at short distances as well as longer range.
• Familiar feel to anglers used to underhand casting techniques • Crisp and fast action delivers an outstanding level of performance with short Spey and shooting head lines • Slightly softer in the butt and much stiffer in the tip • Shorter upper and lower handles
• For anglers used to longer, more traditional casting strokes • User friendly action—progressive and full flexing with so much in reserve • Much softer tip and slightly stiffer butt Greys recommend Hardy Mach Spey lines The latest Hardy lines were developed by the same team as the S and T Series rods, and we worked hard to get them just right for each other. Use the tables below to pick the best line.
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S SERIES SALMON LINE RECOMMENDATIONS MULTI TIP
MACH SPEY
12#7
#7/8
#7/8
12#9
#8/9
13#8
#8/9
14#9 15#10
T SERIES SALMON LINE RECOMMENDATIONS MULTI TIP
MACH SPEY
12#7
#7/8
#7/8
#9/10
13#8
#8/9
#7/8
#8/9
14#9
#8/9
#8/9 or 9/10
#9/10
9/10 or 10/11
15#10
#9/10
#9/10
#9/10 or 10/11
#10/11
16#11
#10/11
#10/11 or 11/12
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GRXi+ / GS / GS2
GRXi+ Our best selling fly rod, the GRXi+ is a great value, great all-rounder. This rod punches above its weight compared to other rods in its class. The fast recovering blank is capable of very high line speeds and tight loops, making this a much loved rod with a wide range of anglers.
If you are looking to use only one rod on a reservoir, with which you can switch lines and maintain performance, this would be a good choice. GRXi+ Best in Category – Trout & Salmon Magazine
An easy, forgiving action that suits virtually anyone’s casting style
FROM
£99.99
• Middle to tip action • Comprehensive range of 20 single handed models from 6’ #3 to 11’ #7 • 5 Double-handed Salmon models also available
GS2
Chris Ogborne — Hardy & Greys Consultant
Part of my job as a fishing guide is to point people in the right direction when it comes to tackle choice and in the vast majority of cases the recommendation is straightforward—just look at the GRXi+ range. There’s a good reason why these rods are best sellers. There is a rod for every discipline, they have an easy, forgiving action that suits virtually anyone’s casting style, and above all they’re phenomenal value for money. For river, lake, or saltwater fly there is simply nothing to touch them at the price and as a pro-guide I just know my customers will be happy.
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Other rods include the popular GS and GS2 ranges. For full details and specifications of these products, and to see our full range of rods, visit www.greysfishing.com
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GREYS FLY FISHING CATALOGUE 2013 / REELS
GX900 / GX700 / GX500 / GX300
The GX Fly Reels
It’s a family affair Each reel in the GX series shares the same DNA – great quality materials, superb Rulon drag systems and modern, large arbour designs for a fast, level retrieve and low line memory. From the machined barstock GX900 through to the great value GX300, we have a reel here for your budget and your fishing. The latest addition to the range is the new GX900. This high spec reel is machined from barstock aluminium, and has a great drag. In sizes from #2/3/4 to #10/11/12 we’ve got all your fishing covered.
FROM
£119.99
Scan for video Howard Croston introduces the GX900 reel
GX900: An agile performer A high specification, high quality reel, the GX900 is a serious competitor in all forms of fishing, from tackling small wild Trout in the Scottish Highlands with the #2/3/4, to taming those big, hard fighting Salmon on famous rivers around the world with the larger sizes, there’s a GX900 to accompany you on your next trip, wherever that may be. • Centralised twin Rulon disc drag • 6061 bar stock aluminium construction • Tool less conversion from left to right hand wind • Large arbour design with captive spool release • Supplied with neoprene pouch
Alternative reels in the Greys line-up Streamlite Reel Lightweight reels with a smooth wide-range, click-check system that delivers constant control. Use the lightest of tippets in back to the wall situations with complete confidence.
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G-Series FROM
£119.99
£29.99
A lightweight, die-cast aluminium reel with click and pawl drag on the 3wt and a disc drag system for higher line sizes.
FROM
£89.99
FROM
FROM
£49.99
£39.99
GX300
GX500/GX700: Line ID System
A practical reel which makes a great entry level reel or a cost-effective addition to your tackle collection. Highly ported, large arbour design and twin Rulon disc drag.
Never forget your lines again The GX500 and GX700 reels feature a unique system of friction fit identification pins that allow you to clearly mark the spool with line size, density, sink profile and core type, allowing you to select the correct line at a glance when out on the water.
GX500 and GX700: The complete package Aluminium fly reels with our unique drag system and easy push cartridge spools and the Greys Line ID System. Narrow width/large arbour design for a fast, level retrieve. Supplied with two additional spools, carry case and ID pins. The GX700 is fully machined, whereas the GX500 is made from die-cast aluminium.
Scan for video Howard Croston on the GX300, GX500 and GX700
GREYS FLY FISHING CATALOGUE 2013 / FLYLINES & LEADERS
ACCESSORIES
Tools A comprehensive range of quality pliers, scissors, snips and forceps.
A
D-Barbing Pliers
£19.99
B
Needle Nose Pliers
£19.99
C
Fine Nose Forceps
£19.99
D
Line Snips
£9.99
E
Braid Scissors
£6.99
A
C
B
GRXi Kit Bags Water-resistant kit bags in heavy duty, wipe clean tarpaulin. Masses of adjustable interior storage. from £29.99
D
E
Platinum Drogue
Retractors
Featuring a high-viz cord, zinc alloy fixing points and supplied with a carry bag.
Keep all your accessories and tools close to hand with our range of retractors.
H
F
L
G
J
M
K
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Platinum Drogue
£39.99
These pages show the highlights from our accessories range. Visit www.greysfishing.com for detailed product specifications of the full range.
F
Easy Reach Retractor
£6.99
G
Easy Squeeze LED Retractor
£7.99
H
Platinum Retractor
£6.99
J
Tackle Tamer Retractor
K
Twin Retractor
L
Tool Tape
M Maxi-Mag Release
£13.99 £9.99 £8.99 £10.99
ACCESSORIES
GS Fly Boxes Strong and lightweight fly boxes in a range of designs. Each one is a different colour for easy identification in your tackle bag.
£7.99
Original Medium Original Large
£11.99
Nets Heads
Water Resistant
£11.99
Net heads and handles are great for boat and competition anglers or anywhere a longer handle is required.
Flat Foam
£11.99
Small Slot
£11.99
Available in 3 rubberised mesh types: Micro Mesh
from £12.99
Dual Mesh
from £14.99
Free Flow Mesh
from £14.99
Q
P
GX Telescopic Folding Net Handle folds back to a compact size for maximum portability.
Nets Net heads and handles are great for boat and competition anglers or anywhere a longer handle is required.
N
GX Telescopic Folding Net M/L
P
GS Scoop Net
from £29.99
S/M/L from £19.99
from £19.99 GS Net (not pictured) N
Q
X-Flite Wooden Net
M/L
from £44.99
GREYS FLY FISHING CATALOGUE 2013 / CLOTHING
STRATA CLOTHING
Quilted Jacket A quilted jacket filled with our unique Thermatex 300 filling to keep you warm on the chilliest of days. An essential in any winter wardrobe, this jacket will keep you warm while fishing or just out and about and has a rainproof coating to keep you dry in light rain.
£49.99
Strata Integrated Layering System
Layering is the key to keeping warm and dry
An integrated technical layering system incorporating our more advanced fabric technologies, Strata provides the perfect flexible barrier from the weather.
Scan for video Watch our waterproofs take the Hosepipe Challenge
£39.99
At Greys we’re experts in sourcing the best materials, conceiving the most innovative design solutions and delivering the most rewarding products affordably; and the new Strata range is no exception.
We’ve poured our years of fishing experience into every item in the range, ensuring it fits, protects and works in the best possible way. With input from our experts in every category, whether you’re fishing from a bank, or boat, you’ll find it’s fishing clothing you can trust.
Some clever product features ensure the specific requirements of every angler are well catered for.
£19.99
£49.99
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Strata Fly Vest £14.99
Keep all your fishing essentials secure and close to hand with the new rigorously tested, lightweight and durable Strata Fly Vest.
STRATA CLOTHING
Strata Wading Jacket KEY TO FEATURES
The result of rigorous testing by our expert team, the new Strata Wading Jacket is the perfect all-round fishing jacket—lightweight, ergonomically cut and including our specially designed Flo-Guard cuffs to reduce the unpleasant trickle of water up your sleeve while casting.
RAINPROOF Offers the angler protection in light weather conditions. CLIMATEX™ Gives the angler greater protection in extreme conditions. Waterproof, lightweight, breathable and rigorously tested by our fishing experts.
£129.99
THERMATEX™ Delivers excellent thermal protection without inhibiting breathability and fast transfer of moisture away from the body. Developed to work in tandem with Climatex™. DWR COATING Hydrophobic outer coating actively pushes water away from the garment, which vastly improves waterproofing and breathability. FLO-GUARD CUFF Combining a waterproof, flexible neoprene inner cuff with an adjustable shell outer cuff, Flo‑Guard prevents water from spilling down the wrist and arm while you cast. TOOLTAB Clip or pin your zinger and other tool attachments to the discreet tab when you’re fishing. Easily remove when you’re not. Simple. YKK™ AQUASEAL® ZIPS Allows easy and smooth operation with 100% protection against the elements.
Strata All Weather Jacket A longer design than the Wading jacket, this waterproof, lightweight and breathable jacket was designed particularly for boat anglers, but will keep you warm and dry whenever you’re out and about. The jacket uses our unique Thermatex 300 fibre filling to keep you warm even when relatively inactive. Wear with the Strata Overtrousers for the ultimate cold weather outfit.
£149.99
Strata Fishing Shirt Lightweight quick drying technical fishing shirt with excellent UV protection. Featuring button up sleeves, 2 zipped pockets and mesh ventilation. Guideflex Trousers Technical fishing trousers constructed from comfortable four-way-stretch fabric which is lightweight and quick drying. £39.99
Overtrousers Designed to be worn with the All Weather Jacket or Wading Jacket, these trousers feature clever neoprene reinforcement to the seat and knees for boat angling.
£44.99
£109.99
GREYS FLY FISHING CATALOGUE 2013 / WADERS
FLYLINES & LEADERS
Platinum
To see full specifications of these lines, visit www.greysfishing.com
Our best selling fly line features extended front and rear tapers and long belly for tremendous distance casting and subtle presentation. The low diameter running line reduces air resistance, letting the line travel more quickly through the air. Available in a range of ratings, including three Double Taper lines, and 5 densities to suit your fishing. From £39.99
Platinum XD Based on the Platinum, the XD has been reworked to make a specialist distance line. Extra long running line and colour change to show the optimum shooting point for long distance presentation. From £44.99 Wakesaver Built with a sinking tip to eliminate leader wake on the slowest retrieves. Suitable for a whole range of techniques like static nymphs, wet hoppers, loch-style drifting and fishing suspender buzzers. From £49.99 Saltwater GX Fluorocarbon Leader construction and fly presentation just got a whole lot better with GX Fluorocarbon. With all of the typical fluorocarbon qualities of excellent knot strength, abrasion resistance and near sub-surface invisibility, this product makes deceiving a wary quarry so much easier. • S upplied on inter-locking spools in 50m & 100m lengths • 8 breaking strains available 2.6lb to 10.8lb • from £4.99
Innovative all-water coating to help cope with extremes of temperature. Modified taper and stiff durable core help deliver weighted flies into strong winds with ease. From £44.99 GRXi Coated line for slick casting and dirt resistance. Core designed for low memory. From £27.99
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G-Series An affordable line for entry level outfits or to add a low cost ‘use and abuse’ line to your tackle collection. Still with an easy-casting taper, and braided core for reduced memory. From £16.99
WADERS
FROM
£199.99
GRXi Breathable Stockingfoot Waders • • • • • • • • •
dvanced three layer breathable fabric A Hardwearing nylon surface finish Double layer protection below the knee Hardwearing neoprene feet Contoured sock to offer a comfort fit Built-in neoprene gravel guards Lightweight wading belt Twin accessories D-rings Supplied with lightweight mesh stuff sack
Free GRXi Wading Boots when you buy GRXi breathable waders SPECIAL OFFER
FROM
£79.99
G-Series Breathable Waders
G-Series Wading Boots
High quality, functional design and realistic price point set G-Series waders apart from the competition. Durable and tested around the globe, the G-Series wader is a best seller.
Felt soles and durable synthetic construction
• • • • •
FROM
£64.99
Multi-layer breathable fabric laminate Simple and secure gravel guard system Internal pocket with key snap Durable neoprene feet Available in Stockingfoot and Bootfoot versions FROM
£149.99 Bootfoot option
Free G-Series Wading Boots when you buy G-Series breathable waders SPECIAL OFFER
Ideal outfit for the stillwater angler Greys fly fishing tackle is available for a wide range of applications from ultra delicate rods for small streams to heavy duty saltwater rods. Here is our suggestion for a great all-round stillwater outfit. Go to www.greysfishing.com for help choosing your ideal salmon and river outfits.
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GRXi+ 9’6 #7 Rod This is a great all-round rod for boat or bank fishing. The GRXi+ has a medium to fast action which suits most casting styles. A #7 rod will handle a wide variety of stillwater flies from small dries to large lures.
2
GX500 Reel A good value cassette reel with smooth drag that comes with three spools—perfect to get you set up with a floating, sinking and intermediate fly line to cover a multitude of fishing situations.
3
Line Start by buying a floating line—it covers most fishing situations, and you can add polytips or a long leader for when you need to fish a little deeper. The Platinum is our best seller.
4
Net and Kit Bag Look for a landing net with rubberised mesh as it’s kinder to fish and easier to clean. Keep your gear organised in a water resistant bag—one with adjustable inner compartments keeps all your tackle organised.
5
Accessories D-Barbing pliers that incorporate a scissor blade will be enough to get started, for crushing barbed hooks, and snipping leader. Pin to your jacket with a retractor so it’s always to hand. Choose flies that are recommended for your chosen fishery. The GS Fly box will keep them neat. For your leader we recommend GX Fluorocarbon in 4lb–8lb breaking strain.
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Strata Jacket & Overtrousers Staying warm on dry on the bank will help you get the most enjoyment from your fishing. Our clothing is specially designed with anglers needs in mind. Think big pockets for fly boxes, and a special Tool Tab to pin your retractor without damaging the waterproof layer.
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