Full 9' #8 Fly Outfit - Technique Rod - Lock Reel & Lock Fly Line

Sale price$988.05 USD Regular price$1,497.73 USD

Full action with fast tip recovery. Feels softer than most carbon fly rods. Feels lighter in the hand than stiffer rods. Perfect for smoother loops and straighter casts. Best fishing floating lines and sinking lines in the top 5 foot of water. Casts small, medium and large flies. Protects light tippets and offers more shock absorption than stiffer rods.

Exceptional delicate presentation rod. Great for stillwaters bank & boat.

Rod action

Full action with fast tip recovery. Feels softer than most carbon fly rods. Feels lighter in the hand than stiffer rods. Perfect for smoother loops and straighter casts. Best fishing floating lines and sinking lines in the top 5 foot of water. Casts small, medium and large flies. Protects light tippets and offers more shock absorption than stiffer rods.

Features

Titanium Fuji Torzite® strippers & smoked nickel snakes guides. AAA cork handle, cnc aluminium reel seat. Cordura rod tube, airmesh breathable rod sock.

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S.M. (Dunfermline, GB)
Another stunning Sunray Rod

I have had 2 previous Sunray rods both of which I have loved. First was a Volition and the next a Livestream. When my wife and I retired she took up fishing and she took the Volition and I kept the Livestream, however I stupidly laid it down last week and a fish dragged it to the centre of the loch. To that end I ordered the Technique and another for my wife. We had our first outing today and both caught fish. The day started windy and we were fishing lures which were easily cast with the rod. After a shift of position we were fishing dries which were delicately presented and accounted for the fish we caught. The rods easily subdued the fish and were a joy to use. Would highly recommend especially at this reduced price.

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Park Hojin (Seoul, KR)
Buttery smooth, optimized for still water of tailwater

The Sunray Technique rod was really buttery smooth, just like the description of the rod's characteristics. I am really satisfied with this rod - draws a smoother and fantastic loop.👍👍👍

Thanks for the lovely review Hojin and the great photo too, from Team Sunray.

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Clive Taylor (Sudbury, GB)

A very powerful set up.It took me half the morning just to get used to the outfit...I am very impressed

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John Orr (Livingston, GB)
Sunray technique fly rod

Rod aqua lift is second to none abssalute stunning just the not thr right action fit Mr my casting thr new lock reel is absulute quality can see me purchasing a couple more keep
Up the good work from thr orr family

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Shane Cooper (Kendal, GB)
Absolutely Brilliant

Beautifully light even with the lock system reel it’s so light my mate tried it and couldn’t believe how light it is!

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John orr (Livingston, GB)
9/8 combo just arrived if it casts as good as it looks this will be the best decision I’ve made

Unbelievable quality will do a review after a few casts and catches first look is pure quality love it

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James Faherty (Christchurch, NZ)
4weight

Like the rod , quick , handled a nice 4.5 pound Brownie well , managed in the windy Spring weather . Fun to fish

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David McIlwraith (Glasgow, GB)
New Rod and Line

I have just purchased the 10ft 7wt Technique Rod and 7wt Kevlar Proline which I think are brilliant. I used both items on Friday and found them to be brilliant , other people at the fishery were passing remarks on the distance i was casting and to make things even better second cast and into lovely trout.
I would recomend Sunray products every time.
Thanks for making the fishing even better.

Thanks, David! Fantastic to hear you’re loving the new setup and already catching trout — appreciate your support and recommendation.

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Terry Coleman (Conwy, GB)
Simply the best!!

Rod bought for a retirement pressie to myself! Having stuck with several travel rods for decades, I bought this and the difference to yesterdays rods is simply astounding. Thinner, lighter, stronger, build quality is superb. Rod is forgiving of cack handed casting (me) yet still delivers an amazing length of line when needed. This rod is well on its way to becoming my go to rod for all my mountain lake fishing. Thank you, it is a real eye opener.

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Tom Dyer (London, CA)
Can’t wait to try it!

Unfortunately here in Ontario fly fishing is a no go, with most rivers closed and the river mouths frozen it’s almost impossible to go fly fishing. I am impressed with the rod construction and finish, the lineup marks on the underside of the rod are a great idea to ease the assembly of the four pieces. All I can say for now, can’t wait to try the rod out, hopefully in the next couple of weeks.

Thanks, Tom! Sounds like you’ve got a great rod ready to go as soon as the conditions improve. Glad you’re impressed with the construction and design—those lineup marks do make setup a lot easier! Hope you get to put it to the test soon. Tight lines!

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ian mather (Ossett, GB)
technique rod

really nice rod to cast and the action when playing a fish is nice and forgiving,bought this rod at a great price,fantastic service from sunray.

Great to know the Technique rod is performing well for you! Its casting ease and gentle action are perfect for any angler.

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EK (Greenwich, GB)
A truly special product

I have found all sunray products to be of the highest quality and the technique rod is no exception. Having tried a technique rod some months back I knew I had to have one from the first cast.

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience with our products, and it’s fantastic to know that the Technique Rod has made such an impression on you from the very first cast.

We truly appreciate your support and are so glad that our products are helping enhance your fishing experience.

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M.T. (Wadebridge, GB)
Great help from Tom

Myself and a pal had the honour of visiting Tom at his home today for some really great advice and all the help anyone could hope for from an expert pro fly fisherman, we even drove home with a fab rod and reel set up. So thank you Tom now please send me a bill. Mike T.

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Michael Hadfield (Nottingham, GB)
Best ROD ever

Wonderful action and a great finish with rod bag and tube

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Brian Chau Rodriguez (Aylesford, GB)
The 10ft 7 weight Sunray Technique Rod - Review

I couldn't be happier with a service from Sunray Flyfish. My enquiry was addressed very swiftly and the quality of the product that was delivered is exceptional. I ordered the 10ft, 7 weight, Sunray Technique Rod and following two fishing trips, I can honestly say that the rod casts like a hot knife through butter, with satisfying action allowing for beautiful presentation of the fly. The rod has the flex to enhance double hauling. I have never been able to double haul the line properly before I purchased this fly rod. The fly rod is rewarding and satisfying; especially when the wind is in my face.

I'm inclined to explore some of the other products that Sun Ray offer at some point; like a thinner line for the rod. In any case, thank you so much Sunray Flyfish. I am ever so happy with my with my 10ft 7 weight Sunray Technique Rod. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Unfortunately it's the two fishing trips were unsuccessful, mostly due to the hot weather, but at least I know that this rod is rewarding and helpful.

Thanks for taking the time to leave a review Brian. We are so pleased to hear you're enjoying your new Technique rod. Tight lines, from the team here at Sunray HQ.

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Wayne Smith (Winchester, GB)
Great Rods

I now have 2 10ft 7 weights, I use them for nymphing from the bank at Farmoor, I set up one straight line the other a washing line, even with brutal takes my tippet doesn’t get smashed, lovely rods.

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Christopher Rippon (Leicester, GB)

Technique Fly Rod

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Tony Miller (Witham, GB)
An amazing rod

Great casting rod -rewards a smooth caster. Already improved on my maximum casting distance. Its very good when playing a fish, lots of spring in the rod - like a super shock absorber.
Highly recommended.
Dr T
PS my Sage and Loomis rods are now both for sale.

Now this review made us smile Tony! Thank you from Team Sunray.

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William Smith (Kilmarnock, GB)
Technique Fly Rod

I used the Technique 10' 7# for the first time today boy what a rod this rod has a soft action just a lovely rod to cast a fly with and play a fish. I am well pleased with this rod and can recommend this fly rod to anyone that likes soft action rods.

Lovely comments William. We're so pleased to hear you're enjoying your new rod. Happy fishing from Team Sunray!

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K.D. (Glasgow, GB)
Very Happy!

I’m really happy with the 10’7 version of this rod. I’m a fan of Sunray products and this rod seems like the previous Volition rod combined with microlite. It is a soft rod but still has enough power to cast a Sunray sinking line. I recently used it for 2 days on a boat at Grafham and it was really good fishing the SSI with long leaders. At one point I caught the top dropper in the rod tip ring with a 3lb fish attached (Muppet!), normally something would give but I was able to absorb all the lunges and land the fish with nothing breaking, showing the benefit of a rod that bends. Overall very pleased with the product.

The return of feeling to fly rods. A deep action that bends progressively as the cast needs deeper load. Unlike stiff rods that cast and play fish from the tip, the Technique will allow a deeper bend to cast smoother loops and present straighter leaders.

Full 9' #8 Fly Outfit - Technique Rod - Lock Reel & Lock Fly Line

Floating line and moderate sinking lines. Boat and bank.

I now have 2 10ft 7 weights, I use them for nymphing from the bank at Farmoor, I set up one straight line the other a washing line, even with brutal takes my tippet doesn’t get smashed, lovely rods.

Don't take our word for it. Ask Fuji.

30% lighter guides

TORZITE®: TORZITE is Fuji's answer to the ultimate ceramic ring. This new material is smoother and tougher than SiC, with better fracture resistance, higher polish and enough strength to reach SiC performance levels in a narrower ring that is up to 30% lighter than SiC.

Why is it ok for competition casters but not us?

Reduced friction with sports mode

A well known trick in the competiton casting scene is turning your stripping guides 45 degrees off centre. We've given you alignment guides to do just that. Stops the wet fly line touching the wet rod during the back cast. Redcued line stick, further distance.

Watch this film about Fuji Torzite rings

So what is Torzite® exactly?

Great casting rod -rewards a smooth caster. Already improved on my maximum casting distance. Its very good when playing a fish, lots of spring in the rod - like a super shock absorber. Highly reccomended

Tom Bell

Meet the designer.

Tom is an advanced fly casting and fishing instructor with AAPGAI. The Advanced Association of Professional Game Angling Instructors certificate is regarded as one of the hardest casting and teaching qualifications in the World.

Designing the Full 9' #8 Fly Outfit - Technique Rod - Lock Reel & Lock Fly Line

The trend towards stiff 'fast action' rods started in the late 80's and hasn't stopped. Sunray have been repairing that trend since 2014.

Our fly rods absorb the shock of fighting fish.

A fly rod's primary function is shock absorption. Absorbing the head shakes and sudden runs of a fish means you can fish lighter tippets. Fishing lighter tippets means you can present smaller flies which represent the naturals more accurately.

You're in good hands. We've been shipping rods around the World for the last 15 years.

It's as good as buying a rod from a shop.

Free Worldwide Shipping on all Rods. That's right, zero, zilch, de nada.

I ordered on Friday and it arrived on Saturday morning, amazing.
It took 7 days for the rod to reach me from the UK. It was faster than rods I've bought here in the States!
I couldn't believe how quick it was delieverd. It felt like I had just placed the order and it was there! All the way from the UK in a matter of days.

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Who for?

Suits Intermediates & Pro's

Suits Intermediates & Pro's

Suits Intermediates & Pro's

What for?

Nymph & Dries | River & Stillwater

Large Flies & Short Casts

Dries & Nymphs / Lures Stillwater & River

Good for?

The ultimate light line rod. River dries, nymphing and stillwater delicate fishing.

Think big stuff. Delivers bigger flies with great line speed and accuracy.

Exceptional delicate presentation rod. Great for stillwaters bank & boat.

What people say

Lovely progressive action with great build quality and components. Delivers casts softly and accurately - very effective on spooky trout in clear water. Oh and 5 pieces make it easy to transport.

Best Pike Rod I've Ever Used. The action was perfect to cast medium sized flies with very little back casting space.

I now have 2 10ft 7 weights, I use them for nymphing from the bank at Farmoor, I set up one straight line the other a washing line, even with brutal takes my tippet doesn’t get smashed, lovely rods.