The LOOP Ström Double Handed Fly Rod Series takes its name from the Swedish word for current — the flow of water or energy — and is built around a single principle: transferring energy smoothly, efficiently and without compromise. Drawing on more than four decades of LOOP rod design and Spey casting innovation, the Ström refines the heptagonal (7-sided) blank construction first introduced in the LOOP 7X, using highly refined M40X carbon to produce a double handed rod that is lighter, stronger and exceptionally responsive. The heptagonal blank profile gives outstanding stability through the casting stroke, helping the rod recover quickly and track accurately. For the Spey caster this means a rod that loads progressively, transfers energy efficiently and produces tight, controlled loops without the need to overpower the cast. Whether forming a clean D-loop with a floating line, turning over a sink tip or carrying a larger fly in challenging conditions, the Ström delivers smooth, dependable performance with an exceptionally connected feel. Every component is chosen to complement the blank. A premium Flor-grade cork handle provides comfort and sensitivity, a custom carbon reel seat keeps unnecessary weight to a minimum, and REC Cerecoil stripping guides offer lightweight, low-friction line management with premium durability. Available models: - 13' #7 — the lightest rod in the range. A balanced option for smaller and medium-sized rivers, summer fishing and situations where presentation and feel matter more than outright power. Light in the hand and responsive through the casting stroke, it suits anglers looking for a refined, agile salmon rod. - 13'2" #8 — the versatile all-rounder. Offers a balance of feel, line control and power for a broad range of salmon fishing situations, from floating and intermediate lines to heavier tips and flies. - 14' #9 — the most powerful rod in the family. At 14', the #9 provides additional leverage, line control and authority for larger rivers, heavier lines, sink tips and bigger flies, while the M40X construction retains the smooth loading and connected feel that defines the series. Key features: - Advanced heptagonal 7-sided blank construction, evolved from the LOOP 7X - Premium, highly refined M40X carbon fibre - Lightweight, strong and exceptionally responsive - Fast, controlled recovery and excellent tracking - Smooth and efficient energy transfer through the Spey casting stroke - Progressive loading without the need to overpower the rod - Premium Flor-grade cork handle - Lightweight custom carbon reel seat - High-performance REC Cerecoil stripping guides - Balanced and connected feel in the hand - Designed for modern double handed and Spey casting applications - Available in 13' #7, 13'2" #8 and 14' #9 - Developed from more than 40 years of LOOP rod-design experience Good Spey casting is about efficient energy transfer: the anchor is set, the D-loop forms, the rod loads, and that stored energy flows through the line towards the target. That principle sits at the heart of the LOOP Ström. From the responsive 13' #7 to the commanding 14' #9, the series combines modern materials, innovative heptagonal blank construction and decades of LOOP rod-building experience to create salmon rods that feel smooth, precise and naturally connected.