This is an outstanding fly rod for local salmon and steelhead anglers. In fact, a British fly fishing publication rated SAS 957 as one of the best 7-weights in the world. This is a long, light, crisp rod that provides excellent line control and roll casting capability in addition to straight line casting.
| Performance Characteristics | |
| Water type: | Salmon and steelhead rivers |
| Optimum range: | 30-90 feet |
| Wind rating: | 7 |
| Techniques: | Salmon and steelhead techniques, especially down and across swings |
| Fish species: | Steelhead, Atlantic Salmon, Pacific Salmon, large Trout |
| Length: | 9' 6" |
| Weight: | 4.2 Ounces |
| Line: | #7 weight line |
| Sections: | 2 piece |
| Blank: | Charcoal, sanded, satin waxed |
| Ferrule: | Ultra-slim sleeve ferrule |
| Wraps: | Black, metallic blue highlights |
| Grip: | Full Wells, extra-select quality cork |
| Reel Seat: | Machined all-aluminum, black anodized uplocking |
| Fighting Butt: | 1 1/2" fixed |
| Snake Guides: | Super hard chrome |
| Stripping Guides: | Stainless steel with Hialoy inserts |
| Case and liner: | High quality cordura covered PVC case with partitioned cloth liner |