St. Croix Imperial USA Switch Fly Rod

Perfectly suited for smaller steelhead and salmon rivers, the Imperial USA Switch series delivers versatile two-handed performance. Commanding fast-actions, powered by SCIIV & SCII carbon fiber, provide plenty of power for lifting and casting heavy sink-tips and large flies on skagit heads while still possessing enough feel and finesse for scandi style dry line fishing.

Dynamic blend of high-modulus/high-strain SCIV carbon and premium-quality SCII carbon Integrated Poly Curve (IPC) mandrel tooling provides improved energy transfer, increased strength, and mega-efficient rod recovery

Fortified Resin System (FRS) boosts blank strength by 33% over standard resins and curing methods

Reinforced Slim Profile Ferrule (SPF) design adds herculean strength with minimal added weight

Chrome snake guides, 3D stripper guides with aluminum-oxide rings, Hook-keeper, Two-handed premium-grade cork handle, Uplocking, machined-aluminum reel seat, Fighting butt with EVA end cap, Rod tube with divided polypropylene liner.

15-year transferable warranty

Designed and precision crafted in Park Falls, WI.