A large arbour icon, reimagined in nature-inspired Colours Of The Wild finishes The latest chapter in Loops storied Opti series blends wild expression with the signature precision and performance that you’ve come to expect from the standard-bearer in modern fly reel design. Beneath its striking exterior lies the proven performance of the Opti series. The iconic large arbor V-shaped spool offers rapid retrieval, reduced line memory, and smooth handling in any water. The fully waterproof Power Matrix Drag System, sealed with marine-grade components and carbon discs, delivers smooth, powerful resistance with virtually no start-up inertia. Features Stainless steel and anodised aluminium frame Aircraft-grade aluminium spool and housing Large arbour V-shaped spool Power Matrix Drag System Waterproof Salt tolerant Corrosion resistant Ergonomic handle Rapid line retrieval Colours Of The Wild (COTW) The Twilight Violet finish captures the stillness of evenings on the water, when colours soften, time slows down and magic happens. Born of wind and water, the Storm Blue finish channels the raw power of the elements – built for control and confidence when conditions are at their toughest. Drawn from ice and light, the Arctic Blue finish reflects the quiet brilliance of the far north, with a style shaped by clarity and endurance. The Aurora Turquoise finish draws from the northern skyfire that dances over silent tundra and midnight waters. Ethereal, rare, unforgettable – it embodies the beauty of the natural world at its most surreal. Model Specifications: The Opti Dryfly is a prefect reel for river and stillwater trout fishing. It is light, balanced, and precise, with a large arbour design for quick retreive that helps you stay in control. The Opti Rapid is versatile reel with extra capacity for a broad range of freshwater fishing. Loop's large arbour design and fast line retrieval. The Opti Runner is designed for sea-trout, steelhead and summer salmon. It's capacity and large arbour design provide both speed and security during determined runs. Aussie Angler loves this reel for lake fishing and estaury for 7 and 8 weight lines or a 10' 6 weight rod. The Opti Speedrunner is built for speed and stopping power. The large arbour delivers rapid line pickup, making it a favourite for salmon, steelhead and saltwater fish such as Bonefish, Permit and other flats species. Model Capacity Arbor Outer Diameter Inner Width Weight Opti #5 Dryfly WF5 + 150 yd / 20 lb backing 56 mm 102 mm 20 mm 129g Opti #6 Rapid WF6 + 200 yd / 20 lb backing 54 mm 105 mm 25 mm 211g Opti #7 Runner WF7 + 150 yd / 30 lb backing 70 mm 115 mm 25 mm 233g Opti #8 Speedrunner WF8 + 190 yd / 30 lb backing 86 mm 131 mm 25 mm 261g
