Lamson Arx II Fly Reel

Built for the Long Rod and the Long Fight

A Purpose-Built Spey Reel for Serious Two-Handed Fishing

When two-handed rods, interchangeable heads, and hard-running fish become the game, the reel matters. The Lamson Arx II Fly Reel stands as the powerhouse of Lamson’s two-handed lineup—burly, overbuilt, and purpose-built for anglers swinging for steelhead, salmon, and other fish that don’t quit easily.

Designed specifically for trout spey, switch, and full spey applications, the Arx II delivers the balance, line capacity, and stopping power demanded by modern two-handed fishing. Thin running lines stay contained inside a full-caged frame, eliminating frustrating line escape while maximizing control in fast-moving water and heavy current.

At its core sits an oversized conical drag system engineered to deliver dependable pressure when silver torpedoes finally grab hold. Increased backing capacity and additional weight balance long rods naturally, helping anglers fish comfortably through long swings, changing heads, and all-day river sessions.

Whether you're cycling through Skagit systems, fishing Scandi heads, or matching long belly lines to traditional spey rods, the Arx II was built to anchor your setup.

Key Features:

• Purpose-built fly reel engineered for trout spey, switch, and full spey applications

• Full-caged frame prevents thin running lines from escaping

• Oversized conical drag system delivers dependable stopping power for hard-running fish

• Increased line and backing capacity designed for interchangeable shooting head systems

• Added reel mass balances longer two-handed rods more naturally

• Built for Skagit, Scandi, and long belly line systems

• Rugged, overbuilt construction for demanding steelhead and salmon fishing

• Designed to complement modern spey and switch rod setups

Choosing the Right Arx II Size

-7+ | Trout Spey & Light Switch Applications

Ideal for anglers fishing trout spey rods and lighter switch setups while maintaining excellent balance and versatility. Great for swinging soft hackles, targeting resident trout, or pursuing summer steelhead with lighter two-handers.

Best For: 11' trout spey and light switch rods

-9+ | The Spey Workhorse

The most versatile option in the lineup, built around modern full spey rods in the 13'+ range. Handles Skagit heads, Scandi systems, and long or mid-belly lines with ease.

Best For: Full spey rods and versatile two-handed setups

-11+ | Big Rods, Big Fish

Built for long rods and powerful fish. Designed to balance rods up to 15' and provide the drag power and backing capacity needed for salmon and other hard-running species.

Best For: Large salmon, long rods, and heavy two-handed systems

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Summary

The Lamson Arx II Fly Reel delivers full-cage protection, oversized drag power, and purpose-built balance for serious trout spey, switch, and spey anglers.