{"product_id":"lamson-arx-ii-reel","title":"Lamson Arx II Reel","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurpose-built for two-handed rods and demanding anadromous fisheries, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLamson ARX II Fly Reel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines massive line capacity, fast line pickup, and Lamson's proven drag technology in a full-frame reel designed to handle modern Spey and shooting-head systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ARX II isn't simply an oversized version of a traditional fly reel. Its proportions and architecture are specifically designed around the demands of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpey and two-handed casting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where running line management, backing capacity, balance, and retrieval speed all play a major role in how a reel performs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull-frame design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e completely surrounds the spool, helping prevent thin running lines and shooting lines from slipping between the spool and frame. For anglers fishing Skagit, Scandi, and other shooting-head systems, that added security can make a significant difference when managing thin-diameter running line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ARX II also utilizes an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eultra-large arbor spool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to deliver exceptionally fast line pickup. When a steelhead or salmon suddenly turns and charges downstream—or comes racing back toward you—the oversized arbor helps recover line quickly and maintain control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its substantial capacity, Lamson keeps weight under control through extensive machining and an open-frame design. The result is a reel capable of carrying the backing and line systems required for serious two-handed fishing without unnecessarily weighing down the rod.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of the ARX II is Lamson's proven \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esealed conical drag system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Smooth, powerful, and protected from the elements, the drag provides the consistent resistance needed when targeting powerful steelhead, salmon, and other large fish in demanding freshwater environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurpose-built for Spey and two-handed fly rods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-frame construction helps prevent thin running lines from escaping between the spool and frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUltra-large arbor design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast line retrieval\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh backing and fly-line capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLamson sealed conical drag system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth, powerful drag performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtensively machined construction helps reduce unnecessary weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen-frame architecture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to accommodate modern Skagit, Scandi, and shooting-head systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt for steelhead, salmon, and other demanding two-handed applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned and manufactured with Lamson's emphasis on precision and durability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt for the Two-Handed Angler\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLamson ARX II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a specialized reel for anglers who understand that two-handed fishing places a different set of demands on a reel. Thin running lines require a secure frame. Large line systems require serious capacity. Powerful migratory fish demand a dependable drag. And when a fish changes direction, fast line pickup can become extremely important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ARX II addresses all of those needs in a reel designed specifically around modern Spey fishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're swinging flies for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat Lakes steelhead, Atlantic salmon, or Pacific Northwest steelhead and salmon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Lamson ARX II delivers the capacity, line control, retrieval speed, and drag performance needed for serious two-handed fishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor anglers building a dedicated Spey setup rather than adapting a conventional fly reel to the job, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eARX II is exactly what a purpose-built two-handed reel should 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