The 580 FastGlass modern S2 fiberglass fly rod from Epic is the perfect tool for larger trout, redeye bass, and other warmwater species. The 8-foot, 5-weight, 4-piece configuration is perfect for large streams and medium sized rivers. The 580 FastGlass excels at distances of up to 50 feet and with all sorts of flies including moderate size streamers, light nymph rigs, foam bugs, small and poppers. And in the right hands, you can push it even further… It is also a great rod for delicate dry fly presentations and protecting light tippets.

This rod was part of Epic’s limited edition Blackout Series. According to the Epic website, the black option for the 580 FastGlass is no longer available for purchase. And as far as we know, there are no plans to bring it back as it was intentionally marketed as a limited edition.

An $800 value after international shipping and tariffs when it was still available, NFC is offering the only black 580 FastGlass we have for $1,000 to help raise money for wild native fish conservation initiatives. In many cases, the amount above the actual value is tax deductible.