{"product_id":"loop-trak-9ft-4-universal-fly-rod","title":"LOOP Trak 9’ #4 – Universal Fly Rod","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for delicate fly presentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eLOOP Trak 9' #4\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the lightest models in the Trak series,\n  developed for anglers who appreciate precision, finesse and smooth casting.\n  Its blank loads deeply with a medium fast action, rewarding a controlled casting stroke\n  and delivering small flies with exceptional delicacy.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Designed primarily for dry and wet fly fishing, the rod excels when targeting\n  cautious trout and grayling where accurate presentation often makes the difference.\n  Its lightweight construction and responsive blank make long days on the river\n  both enjoyable and effortless.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ty-product-highlights\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eone of the lightest rods in the LOOP Trak series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edesigned for delicate dry and wet fly presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emedium fast action with a deep-loading blank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecarbon fibre blank construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econtoured AAA cork handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-quality reel seat with carbon insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elow-friction stainless steel stripping and snake guides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZirconia stripper guide insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprotective rod tube included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSmooth casting with excellent control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Trak 490 loads progressively through the casting stroke, allowing energy\n  to transfer smoothly into the fly line. The medium fast action provides excellent\n  control while maintaining the finesse needed for accurate presentations with\n  small flies.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  This refined action encourages relaxed, efficient casting and helps anglers\n  present flies naturally to selective fish in clear rivers and streams.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for trout and grayling waters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  According to LOOP, the 490 model is specifically engineered to present the\n  smallest dry and wet flies to cautious trout and grayling. It is an excellent\n  choice whenever delicate presentation and precise fly control are priorities.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium components throughout\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The rod features a carbon fibre blank, a contoured AAA cork handle,\n  a high-quality reel seat with carbon insert, low-friction stainless steel\n  stripping and snake guides, and a Zirconia stripper guide insert. These\n  components combine low weight with durability and reliable performance.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrak 490-MF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9' (274 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLine Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePieces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium Fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e83 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlank Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon Fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuides\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-friction stainless steel stripping and snake guides with Zirconia stripper guide insert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContoured AAA cork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon insert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Line Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–12 g \/ 154–185 gr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTarget Species\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChar, Grayling, Panfish, Trout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProtective Tube\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Loop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54907184382294,"sku":null,"price":295.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/3667\/6438\/files\/loop-trak-fly-rod-9ft-4-four-sections.jpg?v=1786025425","url":"https:\/\/www.thymallus.com\/en\/products\/loop-trak-9ft-4-universal-fly-rod","provider":"Thymallus Fly Fishing Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}