The Cascapedia MKV continues the legacy of one of Hardy’s most enduring classics—retaining its timeless style, distinctive sound, and handcrafted detail while delivering a new level of performance and reliability. Beneath its polished frame lies an all-new sealed carbon disc drag system, providing smoother startup, higher drag power, and full protection for all-water use. Updated sizing ensures perfect balance with modern rods and fly lines, while a redesigned drag knob improves grip and adjustment precision. With its unmistakable Cascapedia profile and signature Hardy click, the MKV is built to meet the demands of today’s anglers—without losing the character that made it legendary.

Features -

• Classic Cascapedia design with iconic Hardy sound and modern engineering throughout

• New sealed carbon disc drag—smooth, powerful, and corrosion-resistant

• Updated sizing for better line fit and rod balance

• Improved drag knob for easier, more precise adjustment

• Machined from bar stock aluminium for enduring strength

• Hand-built in Alnwick, England, continuing more than a century of reel making tradition

Reel Model Specifications: Capacity, Weight, Drag

#8/9: WF#8 + 200 yards 30# Backing, 13.23 oz, 6 pounds drag

#10/11: WF#10 + 300 yards 30#, 14.5 oz, 8 pounds drag

**We always offer a fly line/backing credit with any full price rod/reel purchase equal to 10% of the price. Please email us at flyfish@roguevalleyanglers.com or call us at 541.973.2988 after purchasing the rod/reel to let us know what fly line/backing you want to get.