Guideline Embrace #7 9' Fly Fishing Kit

Product detailed description

Guideline Embrace #7 9' Fly Fishing Kit is a complete and carefully balanced fly fishing outfit for anglers who need more power for coastal conditions, larger streamers, strong wind and powerful fish. It is designed primarily for sea trout, large rainbow trout and streamer fishing, but it also has enough reserve for light salmon fishing and selected freshwater predators.

The kit is built around a 9' #7 Embrace single-hand fly rod. This is a highly practical line class for anglers who regularly fish larger flies or need more line speed than a standard #5 or #6 trout setup can provide. The rod remains light enough for long sessions, but has the backbone required to lift larger flies, turn over bulkier leaders and control stronger fish in current, waves or open water.

The action is Mid / Tip Flex with Medium Fast to Fast Recovery. The tip and middle section load smoothly and make the rod easy to feel during the cast, while the lower blank adds power when the setup is pushed harder. This gives the rod a forgiving casting rhythm without making it feel soft, slow or imprecise.

At shorter distances, the blank loads easily and helps produce accurate casts without excessive force. When more distance or line speed is needed, the middle and lower sections engage progressively and provide the power required to handle wind and larger flies. This balance makes the Embrace #7 accessible to less experienced anglers while still offering enough performance for regular coastal and streamer fishing.

The #7 line class is especially useful when fishing air-resistant flies, weighted streamers or longer leaders. Compared with the Embrace #6 kit, this model has noticeably more authority and is better suited to exposed coastlines, windy lakes, large rivers and situations where the fly itself places greater demands on the rod and line.

The rod is paired with a Guideline NOVA 79 fly reel. The reel is lightweight, durable and correctly sized to balance the stronger #7 outfit. Its large-arbor construction supports efficient line retrieval and reduces line memory, while the possibility of left- or right-hand retrieve makes the setup adaptable to the angler.

The NOVA 79 reel is manufactured from recycled materials and is supplied fully prepared with 20 lb backing and a Power Boost WF 7 F floating fly line. This is not a randomly selected line added to complete the package. Its taper and head weight are specifically suited to the rod and intended use of the outfit.

The Power Boost WF 7 F has a compact, easy-loading head weighing approximately 17 g / 262 grains. The shorter head helps the rod load quickly and supports controlled turnover of larger flies. It is useful when casting space is limited, when a quick presentation is required or when strong wind makes a longer, more delicate taper difficult to control.

The kit also includes a tapered nylon leader, so the outfit arrives pre-assembled and ready for practical use. The complete setup is supplied in a durable Cordura tube with an integrated reel compartment, keeping the rod and reel protected and organised during transport.

The Embrace #7 is particularly strong as a coastal sea-trout outfit. The additional line weight helps generate useful line speed in wind and gives better control over typical coastal flies. It can also handle changing casting directions, short delivery casts and longer presentations over open water without requiring an overly aggressive casting stroke.

On lakes and reservoirs, the kit is a strong choice for large rainbow trout, streamer fishing and situations where a lighter rod struggles with wind or larger patterns. The #7 line also makes it easier to cast weighted flies and longer leaders, while the progressive blank retains enough sensitivity to protect the leader and maintain contact with the fish.

For river fishing, the outfit works well with streamers, wet flies and heavier nymph rigs. It also has enough reserve for light salmon fishing in smaller rivers or lower water, although anglers focusing mainly on salmon and two-hand casting should choose one of the dedicated Embrace Switch or Double Hand kits.

The complete package contains:

• Embrace 9' #7 single-hand fly rod
• Guideline NOVA 79 fly reel
• Power Boost WF 7 F floating fly line
• 20 lb backing
• Tapered nylon leader
• Cordura rod tube with integrated reel compartment

The main advantage of buying this complete kit is the balance between its components. Rod, reel and fly line are selected to work together, which helps the rod load correctly and removes the uncertainty of matching individual components. For a new angler, this creates a much easier introduction to coastal and streamer fly fishing. For a more experienced angler, it provides a practical travel, guest or backup outfit.

The Embrace blank is made from modern 26/30T carbon fibre and is based on Guideline’s experience with the earlier Stoked series. The result is a rod with a forgiving casting character, useful recovery speed and enough durability for regular use in demanding environments.

The outfit also incorporates a number of more responsible material choices. The NOVA reel uses recycled materials, selected aluminium parts are produced from recycled raw-material ingots, and the reel case uses recycled 600D nylon fabric. Guideline also specifies that no PFAS are intentionally added to the relevant water-repellent treatment.

Choose the Embrace #7 9' Kit when coastal sea trout, larger streamers, wind and stronger fish are an important part of your fishing. Choose the lighter #6 kit when you want a more versatile trout and light coastal setup. Choose the stronger #9 Predator kit when your main target is pike, large saltwater species or very large, air-resistant flies.

Frequently Asked Questions – Guideline Embrace #7 9' Fly Fishing Kit

Who is the Embrace #7 9' Kit made for?

It is made for anglers who want a complete fly fishing outfit for coastal sea trout, large trout, streamer fishing, light salmon and selected freshwater predators. It is especially useful when wind and larger flies make a lighter trout setup less effective.

Is the Embrace #7 suitable for beginners?

Yes. The rod has a forgiving, easy-to-understand action and the Power Boost line loads it efficiently. The outfit is stronger than a standard beginner trout kit, but it remains smooth and manageable for anglers learning coastal or streamer fly fishing.

How is the #7 different from the Embrace #6?

The #7 has more power for wind, larger flies and stronger fish. The #6 is lighter and more versatile for general trout, lake and light coastal fishing, while the #7 is more focused on sea trout, streamers and demanding conditions.

Can I use this kit for coastal sea trout?

Yes. Coastal sea trout is one of the main purposes of the outfit. The #7 line class and compact Power Boost taper help generate line speed, control larger coastal flies and maintain useful performance in wind.

Can it cast large streamers?

Yes. The rod and line are specifically suited to larger and more air-resistant flies. The Power Boost line has a compact head that helps turn over streamers more efficiently than a delicate long-belly trout line.

Is it suitable for light salmon fishing?

Yes, in smaller rivers, lower water and situations where a single-hand rod is appropriate. For regular salmon fishing or sustained spey casting, an Embrace Switch or Double Hand kit will provide better line control and casting efficiency.

Which reel is included?

The kit includes the Guideline NOVA 79 fly reel. It is correctly sized for the #7 outfit, has a large-arbor design, can be converted between left- and right-hand retrieve and is manufactured from recycled materials.

Which fly line is included?

The reel is supplied with a Power Boost WF 7 F floating fly line. Its head weighs approximately 17 g / 262 grains and has a compact profile designed to load the rod easily and turn over larger flies.

What is included in the package?

The package includes the Embrace 9' #7 rod, NOVA 79 reel, Power Boost WF 7 F floating line, 20 lb backing, a tapered nylon leader and a Cordura tube with an integrated reel compartment.

Is the outfit ready to fish?

Yes. The reel arrives with backing and fly line, and a tapered leader is included. You only need to add a suitable fly and any terminal material required for your chosen fishing situation.

When should I choose the Embrace #9 Predator instead?

Choose the #9 Predator when you mainly fish for pike, large predators or saltwater species with very large and air-resistant flies. The #7 is lighter, more versatile and more comfortable for coastal sea trout, large trout and normal streamer fishing.

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