{"product_id":"lamson-arx-ii","title":"Lamson Arx II","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLamson Arx II Fly Reel\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for the Long Rod and the Long Fight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Purpose-Built Spey Reel for Serious Two-Handed Fishing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurpose-built fly reel engineered for trout spey, switch, and full spey applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull-caged frame prevents thin running lines from escaping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOversized conical drag system delivers dependable stopping power for hard-running fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncreased line and backing capacity designed for interchangeable shooting head systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdded reel mass balances longer two-handed rods more naturally\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for Skagit, Scandi, and long belly line systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRugged, overbuilt construction for demanding steelhead and salmon fishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to complement modern spey and switch rod setups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing the Right Arx II Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e-7+ | Trout Spey \u0026amp; Light Switch Applications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11' trout spey and light switch rods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e-9+ | The Spey Workhorse\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full spey rods and versatile two-handed setups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e-11+ | Big Rods, Big Fish\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large salmon, long rods, and heavy two-handed systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eDiameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eRod Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eMax Line\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eBacking Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-7+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e4.00\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1.16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e8.8 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e6\/7\/8 wt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003eWF8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e300 yds 20#\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-9+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e4.20\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1.30\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e9.5 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e8\/9\/10 wt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003eWF10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e300 yds 30#\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-11+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e4.60\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1.46\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e11.1 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e10\/11\/12 wt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003eWF12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e350 yds 30#\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle No.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSummary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lamson Arx II Fly Reel delivers full-cage protection, oversized drag power, and purpose-built balance for serious trout spey, switch, and spey anglers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lamson","offers":[{"title":"Nightfall \/ 7+","offer_id":42259129008183,"sku":"83592","price":529.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nightfall \/ 9+","offer_id":42259129040951,"sku":"83593","price":559.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nightfall \/ 11++","offer_id":42259128975415,"sku":"83594","price":579.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/4221\/5223\/files\/AII-9_REEL-NTFL_HERO_FR_WEB.webp?v=1780681277","url":"https:\/\/www.finandfire.com\/products\/lamson-arx-ii","provider":"Fin \u0026 Fire Fly Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}