Nano IM12 #3 to #8
8'4" / Silk #3
Sale price
$259.95 CAD
Regular price
$359.95 CAD
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Nano IM12 #3 to #8
Sale price
$259.95 CAD
Regular price
$359.95 CAD
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Axon® NANO: Ultra-light IM12 carbon fly rod, without compromise.
Designed for demanding fly fishers, the NANO series pushes the boundaries of power and lightness. From delicate dry fly presentations to powerful casts of massive streamers against the wind, this carbon fly rod excels on all fronts.
The best of both worlds Its fast progressive action offers the fluidity of a medium-fast rod combined with the explosiveness of a fast action. Unlike a strict tip action, the blank works deeply under tension. This flex facilitates loading, forgives timing errors, and generates perfectly tight loops.
Feel the slightest vibration and take absolute control. With the Axon® NANO, enter a new dimension of fly fishing.
Key Features
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Aerospace Technology. Its revolutionary blank fuses Japanese Toray 40T (IM12) carbon with an advanced nano-resin, bonding fibers at a molecular level. The result? An ultra-light, high-performance carbon blank that redefines the standards:
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30% lighter than a traditional fly rod — you forget you're holding it after a few casts.
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15% more impact resistant — the durability of a blank built to follow you season after season.
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- Ultra-responsive action: Lightning-fast return to initial position with no vibration (fast recovery). The rod works for you, tightening your casting loops with minimal effort.
- Surgical sensitivity: The 40T carbon coupled with nano-resin transmits the slightest information. Feel your nymph bounce off the bottom or the very subtle take of a fish.
- Lightness and robustness: Aerospace technology reduces swing weight while increasing power reserve in the butt section.
- Premium finish: Hand-selected AAA grade cork grips and custom-machined reel seats to withstand the harshest environments.
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Designed to excel, the NANO series is the perfect extension of your arm. It's a true casting machine that will never let you down, even during the fight of your life.
Specifications
From extreme finesse to absolute power: The series has been designed to cover all your fly fishing needs. From small models calibrated for stealthy stream approaches, to power models designed to tame large freshwater and saltwater predators.
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Action: Fast progressive action / Fast Recovery
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Blank Material: Japanese Toray 40T (IM12) Carbon + Silica Nano-resin
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Handle: Premium AAA grade cork (Cigar profile for smaller sizes, Full Wells with fighting butt for #6 and up)
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Guides: PacBay Minima TiChrome (Zero friction)
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Sections: 4 pieces with alignment dots for quick and precise assembly
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Tube: Delivered in a premium rigid protective tube with cloth case
| Model | Line Weight | Length | Rod Weight | Optimal Line Weight | Action |
| AXON NANO | #3 | 8'4" | 2.5 oz / 70 g | 100-110 gr / 6.5-7.1 g | Fast |
| AXON NANO | #4 | 9'0" | 2.7 oz / 76 g | 120-130 gr / 7.8-8.4 g | Fast |
| AXON NANO | #5 | 9'0" | 2.9 oz / 82 g | 140-150 gr / 9.1-9.7 g | Fast |
| AXON NANO | #6 | 9'0" | 3.1 oz / 88 g | 160-175 gr / 10.4-11.3 g | Fast |
| AXON NANO | #7 | 9'0" | 3.4 oz / 96 g | 185-200 gr / 12.0-13.0 g | Fast |
| AXON NANO | #8 | 9'0" | 3.7 oz / 105 g | 210-225 gr / 13.6-14.6 g | Fast |
Usage Tips
- Perception versatility: Originally designed for dry fly fishing, the Axon Perception line also adapts beautifully to streamers — a natural choice across all NANO line weights, from delicate presentations to more powerful casts.
- Drag adjustment: The exceptional lightness of the blank allows for increased sensitivity — set your drag slightly softer than usual to take full advantage of this responsiveness without jarring hook sets.
- 4-piece assembly: Always align the reference dots before fully inserting the sections — a misaligned assembly affects both accuracy and the feel of the blank.
Who This Rod Is For
The NANO is made for you if:
- You seek maximum power combined with absolute lightness.
- You fish regularly and lightness in hand makes a real difference during your long sessions.
- You want a single rod capable of switching from delicate dry flies to heavy streamers without compromise.
- You already have a solid casting foundation and want a blank that rewards precision rather than an ultra-forgiving blank.
- You experience fatigue or tension in your hands, wrists, or shoulders after a casting session — the reduced blank weight and optimized swing weight significantly decrease the effort required on every cast, regardless of your build or physical condition.
Consider our Premier Lancer kits instead if:
- You are new to fly fishing and want to learn the fundamentals first without investing in a high-end blank.
- You want a complete, affordable setup for your first seasons.