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Discover the ultimate pike set from Vision - for under 500 euros! Join us on the water as we put the Vision Grand Mama to the test. With the colorful XLV Big Mama and the proven Grand Daddy Intermediate, this powerhouse provides everything you need for casting big streamers and battling strong predators - and much more!
In recent years, Vision has earned an excellent reputation among pike and predator anglers, developing excellent rods thanks to collaborations with experts like Niklaus Bauer - including the Big Daddy, Big Mama, and Grand Daddy series. And then came the Grand Mama: This rod was considered by many pike anglers as the jewel of the series because the balance of flex and recovery, the choice of components, and the tactical look of the rod were unique. For the Grand Mama, the blank was completely redesigned, offering a fast action that still shows deep progressivity when battling large pike, providing more flexibility in handling large, bulky predators, particularly from a boat. This action also delivers exactly what you expect for casting and fishing large streamers in adverse conditions (e.g., headwinds).
The dark, olive-colored carbon fiber (almost black) is combined with pink trim wraps and perfectly complements the rugged, non-slip EVA grip. While this material initially elicited surprised reactions from fly anglers, it has since become extremely popular for pike rods, showcasing all its advantages. The lavish features of the Grand Mama fly rods also include durable titanium guides that send your pike line shooting towards the horizon. The casting performance of these rods is impressive at all distances, effortlessly propelling your streamer to distance with minimal false casts. Just as we were accustomed to with the Big Mama rods: "Perfect for big flies on big water in big winds."
Of course, maximum casting performance can only be achieved with the right line from the powerful blank, and here too, our choice falls on a classic from Vision: The Big Daddy Intermediate. An absolute top-seller in our range and one of the lines most used by our team. With its short head of only 8.5m and a compact taper for large, wind-resistant streamers, the Big Daddy is the ideal choice when you don't want unnecessary false casts. This line shoots towards the horizon without compromise, even if strong headwinds threaten to spoil the fun. However, the line has a longer rear taper, allowing you to easily extend the line in the air to maintain a longer loop without collapsing the cast with too much line.
We have experienced unforgettable moments on pike waters with the Big Daddy and are pleased to have it back in stock for you! The consistently green line with ultra-durable coating (Made in UK) features subtle micro-lengthwise ridges that, combined with Teflon particles on the surface, lead to tremendous shooting performance. Few other pike lines shoot through the guides as smoothly as the Vision Big Daddy! Moreover, it is ultra-robust, making it a reliable companion for many adventures on pike waters.
Only the reel is missing...
When choosing a suitable reel for pike fishing, there are a few key points we consider important:
- A large spool diameter to quickly retrieve the line in the heat of battle.
- A grippy reel handle, as often we have to quickly retrieve a lot of line with cold, wet hands.
- A closed spool design if you also want to fish with shooting heads.
- A solid drag system and the assurance that the reel (or the brake components) can be used without hesitation in brackish water.
- A cool look ;)
All these features are found in the bright red XLV Big Mama, designed especially for the Mama & Daddy series of pike rods. This special edition of the popular XLV fly reel is intended for line classes #8 - #10 and features a closed spool cage - which not only means more stability but will also delight pike anglers who prefer shooting heads and thin running lines. Inside is a strong brake system with carbon discs that starts smoothly and can be finely adjusted. Also convincing is the EVA crank known from the XO reels, which provides excellent grip especially in inclement weather.
The XLV Big Mama is ultimately a fly reel with reliable technology, unique design, and an attractive price, which will easily follow in the footsteps of the popular predecessor models from Vision. A really cool splash of color on any pike rod!
SAVE IN THE SET
If you find the combo we've put together as cool as we do and want to convince yourself of its impressive performance on the water, then our hot Vision Pike-Set should be of great interest to you. And the best part: Now you can save 50% compared to the RRP of Vision and secure this set for an absolute bargain price of under 500 euros! In our opinion, it's currently impossible to find a better pike set of this quality at a better price. The fun factor of this combo is extremely high, with all components perfectly matched. Just attach the right pike leader and an adh-fishing Big Fish Pike Fly... and then head to the water!
Secure your Vision Grand Mama Pike Set for under 500 euros now and discover all the rod, reel, and line details in our shop. Tight Lines!
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