Soulmate Essence II 805 S-Glass Fly Rod Building Kit

Build your perfect all-round fiberglass rod yourself

There are fly rods you enjoy fishing. And there are rods you simply never want to put down.

The Soulmate Essence II 805 belongs in exactly that category.

Whether delicate dry flies for rising trout, a dry-dropper rig along a current seam or small streamers along undercut banks – the Essence II 805 combines the unique soul of a modern fiberglass rod with the performance of current blank technology.

With its medium fast progressive action, the blank loads incredibly harmoniously, presents flies precisely and with control, and when playing fish conveys the unmistakable feel for which high-quality glass rods are prized worldwide.

If you are looking for a single glass rod for as many situations on trout water as possible, you will love the Essence II 805.

Modern S-glass – light, sensitive and surprisingly fast

The heart of the kit is the Soulmate Essence II blank.

Made of high-quality unidirectional S-glass, the blank impresses with its exceptionally low weight, high recovery speed and impressive sensitivity. Compared with classic glass rods, the Essence II reacts much faster and more directly, without losing the characteristic smooth casting style of fiberglass.

The progressive medium-fast action ensures that the blank loads cleanly even at short distances while keeping enough power in reserve for longer casts.

The result:

• the most delicate dry fly presentations
• perfect control when fishing dry-dropper
• sensitive nymph fishing at short to medium range
• effortless casting of small to medium streamers
• exceptionally harmonious behavior when playing fish
• maximum feedback right into the grip

The Essence II impressively proves that modern glass rods can be light, precise and astonishingly powerful.

The perfect 5-weight glass rod for versatile trout fishing

The Essence II 805 is a true all-rounder.

With dry flies, it presents even fine leaders with control and delicacy. With a dry-dropper rig, it keeps contact with the nymph without moving the dry fly unnaturally. And when bigger insects hatch or a small woolly bugger is called for, it also carries light streamers with ease.

It is precisely this versatility that makes it the perfect companion for small and medium-sized rivers, streams and lakes.

Whether you are fishing for delicate grayling or strong brown and rainbow trout – the progressive glass action confidently cushions even wild runs while reliably protecting fine tippets.

Your own custom rod project

With the Soulmate rod building kit you don't simply get individual components, but a perfectly matched complete package for building your personal fiberglass fly rod.

The best fly rod building components available – carefully selected and perfectly matched.

We have already done much of the preparatory work, so you can focus entirely on the build itself.

No reaming. No drilling. No sanding.

Simply unpack, build step by step and create your very own Soulmate custom fly rod.

Everything included – ready to go

The kit contains all the components you need for the build:

• Soulmate Essence II S-glass blank
• premium cork grip
• high-quality reel seat
• fighting butt (depending on model)
• complete guide set
• tip top
• winding check
• natural wrapping silk
• 30-minute epoxy glue
• high-quality 2-component rod finish
• dosing syringes
• mixing cups
• brush
• spatula
• stirring sticks
• burnishing tool
• masking tape
• Soulmate stickers and decals
• detailed build instructions via QR code
• rod tube and rod sock

Premium components from renowned manufacturers

For the Soulmate Essence II Rod Building Kit we use only high-quality components from renowned manufacturers.

Depending on the version, hardware components from

• Snake Brand
• SeaGuide
• Pacbay

are used.

Every single component has been carefully selected and perfectly matched to the blank. The result is a light, balanced and durable fly rod that meets the highest standards both technically and visually.

Easy to build – lasting enjoyment

All components have been specially matched to one another.

The premium cork grip is already precisely prepared, so reel seat and blank fit together without rework. The detailed step-by-step instructions guide you safely through the entire build – regardless of whether you are building your first fly rod or already have rod building experience.

Should a spare part ever be needed later, we of course offer all matching components through our spare parts service.

Specifications

• Model: Soulmate Essence II 805
• Length: 8 ft
• Pieces: 4
• Line weight: #5
• Blank material: unidirectional S-glass
• Blank weight: approx. 52 g
• Action: medium fast progressive
• Finish: Clear Gloss or Olive

Why you will love the Soulmate Essence II Rod Building Kit

✓ Modern unidirectional S-glass with high recovery speed

✓ Ideal for dry flies, dry-dropper, nymphs and small streamers

✓ Exceptionally light and sensitive for a glass rod

✓ Harmonious progressive action with excellent fish-fighting behavior

✓ Perfectly matched premium components

✓ Detailed build instructions included

✓ Personal support and spare parts service from MB-Customrods

The Soulmate Essence II 805 combines the unmistakable casting feel of classic fiberglass rods with the performance of modern blank technology. It presents dry flies with the utmost precision, guides dry-dropper rigs through every drift with control and carries small streamers with ease. Built yourself from the Soulmate rod building kit, it becomes far more than just a fly rod – it becomes your very own companion for unforgettable days on the water.