OPST MS Micro Series V2

OPST’s second generation of two-handed rods is built around Ed Ward’s long experience with sustained-anchor casting. Using a new graphite that adds backbone without feeling heavy, these short two-handers cover everything from light trout work to powerful 8wt setups. The MS versions sit between trout spey and single hand rods, giving you a very compact tool for tight rivers and technical presentations.

The mini full wells upper grip and switch-style lower grip are made from high-grade cork and combine with a new down-locking reel seat for secure, balanced reel placement. Medium/fast action and ultra-short lengths make it easy to form tight D-loops, manage anchor placement and feel what the fly is doing throughout the swing.

REC Recoil guides with ceramic inserts keep line shooting smoothly in all weather. Besides Skagit-style and other sustained-anchor casts, this series also handles overhead casting better than many traditional trout spey rods; OPST even recommends overlining by one size for overhead use (for example, a 5wt overhead line on a 4wt rod). These rods give European anglers a versatile option for fishing small to medium rivers with modern two-handed techniques.

• Rod type: Two-handed MS and SHS series
• Rod lengths: 9’9” to 11’6” (model dependent)
• Line classes: 3wt to 8wt (no 6wt)
• Action: Medium/Fast
• Design focus: Sustained-anchor two-handed casting
• Grip: Mini full wells upper, switch-style lower
• Cork quality: High-end
• Reel seat: New down-locking design
• Guides: REC Recoil with ceramic inserts
• Key feature: Ultra-short lengths for compact casting and high sensitivity
• Overhead casting: Works well, often one line size heavier recommended