The Versatile TR2. Built for a Full Season on European Salmon Rivers.
The ECHO TR2 13'0" #7 Spey Fly Rod is the lighter, more versatile sibling in the TR2 salmon range — and for many salmon and sea trout anglers fishing the rivers of the British Isles and Europe, it is the more compelling choice. At 13'0" and just 252g, it is a beautifully balanced rod that covers the full breadth of salmon and sea trout fishing with equal confidence, from the classic Scandi style on Scandinavian rivers to the heavy sink tip fishing that autumn on UK and Irish spate rivers demands.
Where the #8 TR2 is built for the broadest beats and the most powerful fish, the #7 is the rod for the angler who wants authority and delicacy in equal measure — a rod that presents flies with refinement on low, clear water and still has the backbone to handle a fresh-run salmon when the river is running full. At €529, it is outstanding value for a rod of this quality and capability.
Rod Specifications
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Length: 13'0" / 396cm
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Line weight: #7
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Weight: approx. 252g
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Pieces: four-piece design
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Action: medium fast+ — powerful, precise, and beautifully balanced
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Blank: glossy green finish
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Guides: black stripping and snake guides
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Grips: three grip styles with composite inserts and pressure points for all-day comfort
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Reel seat: black anodised
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Tube: fabric-covered rod case with protective sock included
UK Rivers — Salmon & Sea Trout
On the classic salmon rivers of Scotland — the Tay, the Spey, the Dee, the Tweed, and the smaller Highland spate rivers — the TR2 #7 is the rod for the angler who wants to fish the full season with a single outfit. In spring and early summer, when the water is clear and the fish are fresh, the #7 line weight presents flies with a delicacy that a heavier rod cannot match. In autumn, when the river rises after rain and heavy sink tips and large tube flies are the order of the day, the medium fast+ action has the power to deliver them efficiently and turn strong fish in fast water.
On the sea trout rivers of Wales and northern England — the Wye, the Usk, the Towy, the Eden, the Lune — the TR2 #7 is the rod for the biggest sea trout and the most demanding conditions, with the refinement to fish effectively on low, clear summer water when the fish are at their most wary.
Irish Rivers — Salmon & Sea Trout
On the great salmon rivers of Ireland — the Moy, the Erriff, the Corrib, the Drowes, the Blackwater — the TR2 #7 covers the water with authority and presents flies with the refinement that Irish salmon fishing often demands. On the spate rivers of Connemara, Cork, and Kerry, where conditions change rapidly and versatility is everything, the #7 line weight and medium fast+ action give you the flexibility to fish effectively from the first flood of the season to the last run of autumn sea trout.
European Rivers — Salmon, Sea Trout & Scandi Style
Across Europe, the TR2 #7 is the rod for the classic Scandinavian salmon and sea trout rivers where the Scandi style was born. On the salmon rivers of Norway and Sweden — the Gaula, the Namsen, the Em, the Mörrum — the 13'0" length and #7 line weight are perfectly matched to the long, flowing Scandi casts and light shooting heads that define fishing on these rivers at their best. On the Baltic sea trout rivers of Denmark, Sweden, and northern Germany, the TR2 #7 handles the full range of conditions from low summer water to the high, coloured flows of autumn.
Three Grip Styles — All-Day Comfort
The TR2's three grip configuration — with composite inserts and pressure points — allows you to vary your hand position through a long day of casting, reducing fatigue and maintaining feel and control from the first cast to the last. On a full day's salmon fishing, that is not a small thing.
Pair it with a Scandi shooting head in the 420–480gr range or a Skagit head for heavier flies and fast-sinking tips in autumn and high-water conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ECHO TR2 13'0" #7?
The ECHO TR2 13'0" (396cm) #7 is the versatile all-rounder in the TR2 salmon Spey range. It is a medium fast+ action full Spey rod weighing approximately 252g, designed for Atlantic salmon and sea trout fishing across the full range of UK, Irish, and European rivers. It is the most versatile choice in the TR2 salmon range for anglers who want one rod for a full season.
How does the #7 compare to the #6 and #8 in the TR2 salmon range?
The #6 is the lightest and most refined salmon rod, suited to sea trout and light salmon on smaller rivers. The #7 is the versatile all-rounder — the choice for a full season on UK and European salmon rivers, covering everything from low summer water to autumn high-water conditions. The #8 is the most powerful, suited to the broadest beats and the most demanding conditions. The #7 covers the widest range of salmon and sea trout fishing situations.
What rivers is the ECHO TR2 #7 suited to?
The TR2 #7 is ideally suited to the classic Scottish salmon rivers (Tay, Spey, Dee, Tweed), the sea trout rivers of Wales and northern England (Wye, Usk, Towy, Eden, Lune), the great Irish salmon rivers (Moy, Erriff, Corrib, Drowes, Blackwater), and the Scandinavian salmon and sea trout rivers (Gaula, Namsen, Em, Mörrum). It excels wherever versatility across a full season is the priority.
Is the TR2 #7 suitable for Norwegian salmon fishing?
Yes — the TR2 #7 is well suited to Norwegian salmon fishing on the classic fjord rivers. The 13'0" length and #7 line weight are perfectly matched to the long Scandi casts and light shooting heads that define fishing on rivers such as the Gaula and Namsen, and the medium fast+ action has the power to handle heavy sink tips and large tube flies in high-water autumn conditions.
Is the ECHO TR2 13'0" #7 available with worldwide shipping?
Yes — the ECHO TR2 13'0" #7 is available from Balticflyfisher with worldwide shipping. Balticflyfisher is your specialist source for UK, Irish, and European salmon and sea trout fly fishing tackle.
