{"product_id":"scott-meridian-9-8wt-trade-up-1","title":"Scott Meridian 9' 8wt (Trade Up)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColorado Handcrafted Fast-Action Power. Fast Tip Recovery \u0026amp; Saltwater Line Speed.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eThe Scott Meridian 9' 8-weight is purpose-built for high-stakes saltwater flats scenarios, heavy wind, and hard-charging gamefish. Handcrafted in Montrose, Colorado, the Meridian utilizes Scott's ReGrid carbon technology and X-Core design to deliver rapid blank recovery with incredible torsional stability. In an 8-weight configuration, it generates blistering line speeds and tight loops to punch heavy flies into stiff coastal breezes while preserving the tip sensitivity required to feel the rod load at short distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eWhy You Need This Rod\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eSaltwater fly fishing demands instant loading, high line speed, and precise directional tracking on fast-moving targets. The Meridian 9' 8wt solves this by combining a fast, powerful butt section with a quick-recovering tip that eliminates tailing loops and dampens post-cast vibration. At 9 feet in length, it excels at lifting long lengths of line off the water for quick second shots at bonefish, redfish, or striped bass. For flats anglers and heavy streamer casters, the Meridian remains one of the finest saltwater tools ever created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003eCondition Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eThis rod is in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"15\"\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/b\u003e. It shows virtually no signs of field use and has been meticulously cared for. The full wells cork grip and fighting butt are clean and firm, while Scott's signature unground natural carbon blank finish is completely free of scuffs, scratches, or hook strikes. The corrosion-proof titanium stripping guides and nickel-titanium snake guides are in perfect alignment, and the self-indexing aluminum reel seat functions flawlessly. It has been fully cleaned, technically inspected, and is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"521\"\u003e100% structurally sound\u003c\/b\u003e. Includes the original Scott aluminum rod tube and cloth sock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"23,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAction:\u003c\/b\u003e Fast \/ Rapid Tip Recovery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"23,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLength \/ Line:\u003c\/b\u003e 9'0\" \/ 8-Weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"23,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlank Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Signature Natural Unground Carbon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"23,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGuides:\u003c\/b\u003e Titanium stripping guides with Zirconia inserts \u0026amp; Universal Snake guides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"23,4,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eReel Seat:\u003c\/b\u003e Matte black anodized aluminum with line-weight routing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"23,5,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eManufacturing:\u003c\/b\u003e Handcrafted in Montrose, Colorado, USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"23,6,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStorage:\u003c\/b\u003e Original Scott aluminum protective tube and cloth sock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Scott","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67658871144816,"sku":"540544368","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0519\/2659\/7827\/files\/IMG_1021.jpg?v=1791409668","url":"https:\/\/www.stillwaterflyshop.com\/en-au\/products\/scott-meridian-9-8wt-trade-up-1","provider":"Stillwater Fly Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}