A Euro Nymph rod for critical line feel & control

Euro Nymphing requires precision and sensitivity to hit the target and feel not only fish biting, but also current seams, the bottom, and anything else that will dictate where to present your fly.

Light, Fast, and Versatile

Strike detection is the make-or-break metric for any Euro Nymphing rod. The Shadow II’s light weight and fast action tip allow you to feel the subtleties of not just strikes, but bottom contour, current speeds, and other critical variances that can effect your success.

For casual anglers and competition anglers alike

The Shadow II lives in that “Goldilocks zone” between our other Euro nymphing rods. Blending enough sensitivity and overall performance with affordability to make it one of the most popular rods in our entire lineup.

Rod Model Details:

10’ #3 Weight: SH2-3100 - 4 Piece - 3.2 ounces

The go-to, all-rounder Euro Nymphing style rod.

10’6” #4 Weight: SH2-4106 - 4 Piece - 3.4 ounces

For when you need a bit more power for larger fish.

Note: When matching any ECHO Euro Nymph rods to a non-Euro Nymph line, we recommend sizing up one size for the line. Ex: For a 3wt rod, use a 4wt line.

Note: Due to the sensitive nature of the fast tip section on these lightweight rods, it’s recommended to take extra care when landing fish, dealing with snags, and other instances where added stress can be placed on the tip section. You can purchase spare tip sections through the online warranty department as a precautionary measure to have just in case.

Euro nymph sticks designed by Tim and Team USA’s Pete Erickson. Light and fast, the Shadow II offers critical line feel and control with an action that will also toss a loop when the bugs start flying. Available with an optional Competition Kit ($74.99) that includes two 6” extensions, a removable fighting butt, and counterweight washers to fine-tune the rod’s balance.

Shadow II Competition Kit

For our 3 and 4wt models, the competition kit adds customization options for length and balance. Each kit comes with a fighting butt, 5 10gr counter-weights, and two 6″ extensions.

Action vs Power Comparison

The Action vs. Power matrix is used for comparison between ECHO rod models. Utilizing this chart, you’ll be able to choose an ECHO rod that best fits you and your personal casting stroke. The vertical axis indicates the rod’s power, while the horizontal axis indicates the rod’s action. In simple terms, single-hand rod action is derived from the top half of the rod, while power is derived from the bottom half.

Action:
Fast action rods feature softer tips than medium action rods and provide a ‘stiffer’ feel. Fast action rods excel in the hands of anglers with more aggressive casting strokes and greater stroke control. Medium action rods are ideal for anglers with more fluid casting strokes and have a larger ‘sweet spot’ for a wider range of casting strokes. Consistently throwing a tailing loop? Your rod’s action may not be a good fit to you and your casting stroke.

Power:
A rod’s power is its resistance to flexing under load. Powerful rods are ‘beefier’ through the bottom half, generate higher line speeds, and are more adept at keeping big fish pinned. Delicate rods are more presentation-oriented, protect light tippet, and are a better choice for picky fish.