Cortland's Competition MKII Nymph Fly Rods
Built using carbon fiber of military grade modulus and resins, these rods have been designed and built utilizing over 30 years of top level competition experience from the Cortland Prostaff. The balance of the weight and the main power in the butt section paired with a downward locking reel seat for this technique is paramount. An ergonomic fighting butt provides correct weight distribution and necessary control to land the larger fish.
Rods include a specific-size, cloth rod sock and an optic orange rod case for easy location on the river bank.
What a great nymphing rod. I have Euro nymphing rods from some other major brands and the Cortland MK II is probably the best handling of all of them. Light, tactile, works fine throwing a dry or dry/dropper when needed and the price is right when compared to the major brands.
Our wild trout can reach 20"+ on our local steam. High pressured water requires nimble feel, and perfect presentation of the right fly pattern. The MKII 11' 2wt is ideal most bugs, but especially the little bug game, and micro leaders. Had the chance to fight several larger trout in that 17"-20" category. Taken a few rides to trust the deeper bend on the longer lighter rod, but surprisingly strong spine with the bigger battles. Would not recommend as a do-all rod for swift water, dry flies, indicator fishing or heavier beads. It is the right tightline tool for our super technical river, in moderated seams and riffles, with our rich entomology. So far so good.
