Guideline NT11 Spey Tournament 55-70g+ 15' Double Handed Fly Rod for Distance Casting

The NT11 fly rods by Guideline are the result of using the most advanced high-tech graphite materials currently employed in the aerospace industry. When applied to fly rods, they offer remarkable advantages. The most obvious effect is an incredible recovery speed and crispness in the blanks, achieved by combining the impressive reinforcement and strength-enhancing properties of T1100G graphite with layers of the highest graphite modulus ever used in a fly rod. For you as an angler, these features are built into a series of rods that offer the lowest blank weight but the highest break strength in the Guideline range – and likely across the entire fly rod market.

The NT11 Tournament 15’ #11/12+ (55–75g) sets a new standard for ultra-light yet extremely powerful Spey rods. Designed specifically for tournament casting and long-distance enthusiasts, this rod offers a unique combination of depth, power, and precision. It was developed by former Spey casting world champion Tellis Katsogiannos, who set the official ICSF world record in the 15’1 Spey Distance category with this very model.

Thanks to state-of-the-art T1100G graphite technology, the blank is not only incredibly light but also provides exceptional recovery speed and load capacity. The action of this rod lies between the classic NT11 series and the Fast Full Flex – a balanced power-flex that opens up new dimensions in distance casting.

C.A.P T1100 Technology:

The ultimate goal in fly rod development is to create a strong blank that remains extremely light. However, with standard manufacturing processes, a rod that is light and thin-walled is often too fragile, and if built too strong, it becomes too heavy. The performance and characteristics of the Guideline NT11 rods are therefore difficult to imitate, as the Norwegian experts use the best available materials along with top-tier manufacturing and reinforcement technologies to achieve an ideal structure in the blanks.

All NT11 rods use an ultra-elastic 46T Low Resin material that enables the creation of feather-light blanks with a crisp feel, significantly enhancing sensitivity. Layers of T1100 graphite with extremely high tensile and compression strength are applied both inside and outside the 46T material, creating an incredibly strong foundation for unmatched performance, durability, and reliability.

Additionally, Guideline uses a carbon scrim material with a proprietary CAP (Complex Axial Pattern) in a 0°, 45°, 90°, and -45° cross-construction structure. This results in lightning-fast recovery, increased casting distance, and improved compressive strength.

High-strength graphite reinforced with TORAYCA NANOALLOY® resin further enhances resistance and increases the lifespan of the rods. The special nano-material used in these rods prevents damage from external impacts, internal stress, or material fatigue – as the blank continuously bends and flexes during casting and fighting fish.

In short: The material properties of the Guideline NT11 blanks can be described in simple terms as: Extreme durability, low weight, and exceptional recovery speed. The NT11 Tournament 15’ is designed for those who don’t want to compromise in casting and want to reach new, incredible distances – whether on the casting pool or on the water hunting for the strongest, biggest sea-run salmonids.

Details:

• Specifically designed for tournament casting and long-distance enthusiasts
• Blanks made from T1100G graphite + 46T Low Resin for extreme recovery power
• Ultra-fast CAP construction with 4-way fiber orientation (0/45/90/-45°)
• FLOR-grade cork handle with reinforced rubber cork in the butt sections
• Lightweight titanium guides with SiC inserts and single-foot guides with titanium coating
• Elegant reel seat with hard-anodized finish and gold accents
• Matte-satin carbon finish with subtle spiral pattern for reduced light reflection
• Burgundy thread wraps with golden accent windings
• Delivered with high-quality nylon rod bag and sturdy polycarbonate tube with leather logo
• 25-year warranty for the original owner (covering material and manufacturing defects)