Overview

The G. Loomis IMX-PRO V2 is the freshwater side of the IMX-PRO V2 family: everyday fast-action fly rods built with professional guides in mind. Launched in 2023, the 11 freshwater models run from 4 to 8 wt and mix general-purpose 9' rods with 10' technique rods for nymphing, stillwater and single-hand spey, plus two 8'10" streamer rods. Every rod is handcrafted in Woodland, Washington, and we carry all 11.

G. Loomis builds the blank with Conduit Core, a scrim material that replaces some of the graphite in the butt section to keep the strength while cutting weight and improving balance. The GL7 resin system adds impact resistance and sensitivity without extra weight, and Multi-Taper Design rounds out the platform. All models are 4-piece and fast action, with chrome single-foot snake guides, chrome stripping guides, premium cork grips and a custom aluminum reel seat. The 9' 4 wt and 5 wt (490-4 and 590-4) have a wood insert and no fighting butt; every other model has a fighting butt.

Which IMX-PRO V2 Should You Choose?

Dry flies, nymphs and dry-dropper on trout water: IMX-PRO V2 490-4 (9' 4 wt).

One rod for most trout water: IMX-PRO V2 590-4 (9' 5 wt), or the 590-4 FB (9' 5 wt with fighting butt).

Indicator rigs, high-stick nymphing and stillwater: IMX-PRO V2 4100-4 (10' 4 wt) or 5100-4 (10' 5 wt).

Bigger water, wind, streamers and bass: IMX-PRO V2 690-4 (9' 6 wt).

Big rivers, stillwater and single-hand spey: IMX-PRO V2 6100-4 (10' 6 wt).

Steelhead, salmon and Great Lakes fish: IMX-PRO V2 7100-4 (10' 7 wt) or 8100-4 (10' 8 wt).

Streamers on sinking lines, bass and pike: IMX-PRO V2 7810-4 (8'10" 7 wt) or 8810-4 (8'10" 8 wt).

G. Loomis IMX-PRO V2 Specs

G. Loomis IMX-PRO V2 Models

IMX-PRO V2 490-4 - 9' 4 wt

The lightest IMX-PRO V2 is a general-purpose 9' 4 wt for dry flies, nymphs, light dry-dropper rigs and small streamers. It has a micro full wells cork grip, an aluminum reel seat with a wood insert and a hook keeper, and no fighting butt.

Best for: dry flies, nymphs, light dry-dropper rigs, small streamers.

Line pairing: A 4 wt trout taper. We recommend the SA Amplitude Smooth Trout Expert (WF4F) or the SA Amplitude Smooth MPX (WF4F).

IMX-PRO V2 4100-4 - 10' 4 wt

A 10' technique rod for indicator rigs, high-stick nymphing and stillwater chironomid fishing, where the extra length gives you more reach. It has a micro full wells cork grip and an aluminum reel seat with a fighting butt.

Best for: indicator rigs, high-stick nymphing, stillwater chironomids.

Line pairing: A 4 wt trout taper. We recommend the SA Amplitude Smooth Trout Expert (WF4F) or the SA Amplitude Smooth Infinity (WF4F).

IMX-PRO V2 590-4 - 9' 5 wt

Dealers call the 590-4 the Swiss Army knife of the series. It punches foam dries and indicator rigs into a headwind, still lays down delicate dry flies, and handles light streamer work. It has a micro full wells cork grip and an aluminum reel seat with a wood insert, with no fighting butt.

Best for: one rod for most trout water.

Line pairing: A 5 wt trout taper. We recommend the SA Amplitude Smooth Infinity (WF5F) or the SA Amplitude Smooth Trout GP (WF5F).

IMX-PRO V2 590-4 FB - 9' 5 wt

The same 9' 5 wt as the 590-4, built with a fighting butt in place of the wood-insert reel seat. Choose it over the 590-4 if you want a fighting butt for bigger fish and streamer work.

Best for: all-round trout fishing, bigger fish, light streamers.

Line pairing: A 5 wt trout or all-purpose taper. We recommend the SA Amplitude Smooth Infinity (WF5F) or the SA Amplitude Textured Infinity (WF5F).

IMX-PRO V2 5100-4 - 10' 5 wt

A 10' 5 wt for indicator rigs, high-stick nymphing, big rivers, stillwater and single-hand spey casting. It has a micro full wells cork grip and a fighting butt.

Best for: nymphing big rivers, stillwater, single-hand spey.

Line pairing: A 5 wt all-purpose or stillwater line. We recommend the SA Amplitude Smooth Infinity (WF5F) or the SA Stillwater Intermediate (WF5I).

IMX-PRO V2 690-4 - 9' 6 wt

The general-purpose 9' 6 wt, for bigger water, windy days, streamers and bass. It has a micro full wells cork grip and a fighting butt.

Best for: bigger rivers, wind, streamers, bass.

Line pairing: A 6 wt all-purpose taper. We recommend the SA Amplitude Smooth Infinity (WF6F) or the SA Amplitude Smooth Titan Long Taper (WF6F).

IMX-PRO V2 6100-4 - 10' 6 wt

A 10' 6 wt for big rivers, stillwater, indicator rigs and single-hand spey casting. It has a micro full wells cork grip and a fighting butt.

Best for: big rivers, stillwater, single-hand spey.

Line pairing: A 6 wt all-purpose or stillwater line. We recommend the SA Amplitude Smooth Infinity (WF6F) or the SA Amplitude Smooth MPX (WF6F).

IMX-PRO V2 7810-4 - 8'10" 7 wt

One of two dedicated streamer rods in the series, 8'10" long for moving big flies on heavy and sinking lines. It is also a popular bass and boat rod, and anglers comparing 7 wt streamer rods often settle on it. It has a micro full wells cork grip and a fighting butt, with no hook keeper.

Best for: streamers on sinking lines, bass, fishing from the boat.

Line pairing: A 7 wt streamer taper or sink tip. We recommend the SA Amplitude Smooth Titan Long Taper (WF7F) or the SA Amplitude Textured Bass Bug (WF7F).

IMX-PRO V2 7100-4 - 10' 7 wt

A 10' 7 wt for big rivers, stillwater, steelhead and Great Lakes fish, and single-hand spey casting. It has a full wells cork grip and a fighting butt. Reviewers call the series well suited to the Great Lakes and New York's Salmon River.

Best for: steelhead, Great Lakes tributaries, single-hand spey.

Line pairing: A 7 wt long-belly or anadromous taper. We recommend the SA Amplitude Smooth Anadro (WF7F) or the SA Amplitude Smooth Titan Long Taper (WF7F).

IMX-PRO V2 8810-4 - 8'10" 8 wt

The heavier of the two streamer rods, 8'10" long for big flies on heavy and sinking lines, and a fit for bass and pike. It has a micro full wells cork grip and a fighting butt, with no hook keeper.

Best for: big streamers, bass, pike.

Line pairing: An 8 wt streamer taper or sink tip. We recommend the SA Amplitude Smooth Titan Long Taper (WF8F) or the SA Amplitude Textured Bass Bug (WF8F).

IMX-PRO V2 8100-4 - 10' 8 wt

The heaviest IMX-PRO V2, a 10' 8 wt for steelhead and salmon on big rivers, stillwater and single-hand spey casting. It has a full wells cork grip and a fighting butt.

Best for: steelhead, salmon, big rivers, single-hand spey.

Line pairing: An 8 wt long-belly or anadromous taper. We recommend the SA Amplitude Smooth Titan Long Taper (WF8F) or the SA Amplitude Smooth Infinity (WF8F).

IMX-PRO V2 vs Other G. Loomis Rods

The G. Loomis IMX-PRO V2S is the saltwater sister line on the same blank technology: every model is 9', 6 to 12 wt, with a full wells grip, a fighting butt and Fuji K-frame stripping guides. The G. Loomis IMX-PRO Creek is a short 7'9" moderate-action rod for small streams.

The G. Loomis NRX+ and G. Loomis Asquith 2 sit above the IMX-PRO V2 as the top tier of the G. Loomis range. The IMX-PRO V2 is built in the same Woodland, Washington shop and costs less.

G. Loomis IMX-PRO V2 FAQ

Where is the IMX-PRO V2 made?

It is handcrafted in Woodland, Washington.

Which models have a fighting butt?

All of them except the 490-4 and 590-4, which have an aluminum reel seat with a wood insert. If you want a 9' 5 wt with a fighting butt, choose the 590-4 FB.

What do the letters A, B, C and D in the options mean?

They are the G. Loomis handle codes. Each length and weight is made with one handle only, except the 9' 5 wt, which comes as the 590-4 (A) and the 590-4 FB (B). A: 490-4, 590-4. B: 4100-4, 590-4 FB, 5100-4, 690-4, 6100-4. C: 7810-4, 8810-4. D: 7100-4, 8100-4.

Which IMX-PRO V2 should I choose?

For one trout rod, dealers point to the 590-4 (9' 5 wt) as the most versatile in the series. Pick a 10' model for nymphing, stillwater or single-hand spey, and the 8'10" 7810-4 or 8810-4 for streamers.

Does it come with a case?

Yes, a rod tube and a cloth rod bag.

What is the warranty?

The IMX-PRO V2 is covered by the G. Loomis warranty for the original owner.