Omnispool Switchbox Kit

The Omnispool system may well be the most perfect solution for storing and organzing lines.....fly lines and others.

What are all you fishermen doing with your lines when they’re not actually getting a stretch…? How do you manage them; how do you make them work for you? Obsessed fishermen will have more than a handful of lines, maybe even a case full, especially those that travel or fish for a variety of species in different locations and conditions.

Dealing with a collection of fly lines is one thing that’s been overlooked, in a world where virtually every other facet of the angler’s needs is catered for with a multitude of fancy products. Existing methods of storing and protecting our lines are still largely a DIY thing – nails on the wall of the garage or old manufacturers’ spools; not much order or protection… And how do you travel with them?

A good line is expensive; it’s worth looking after. It’s also not the most convenient thing to deal with. As travelled fishermen, we believe that what we’re offering here is line management tool covering all the bases in a simple but well considered gadget. Omnispool provides an indispensable complement to every line you either already own or are yet to buy, not a fashion accessory. That said, the functionality, design and look of the Omnispool products are pretty cool.

The Omnispool Switchbox is the basis of the set up.

* Quickspool — quick loading and unloading of reels; quick, easy line changes on the water; easy handling in conjunction with rod and reel. Load ’em up.
* Travel — select the lines you need for each outing, clip them together and throw them in your gear bag – find them when you need them; robust but light; protection against salt and grit.
* Stack — clip them together for simple organisation out in the field and when you get back to base; label your switchboxes for easy line identification. Sort them, stack them, store them.

Switchbox Features:

* Compact octagonal design that fits neatly in one hand yet will accommodate almost all fly lines.
* Sturdy but lightweight construction for durability, and you can still see what’s in them when they’re closed.
* Smooth, non abrasive line aperture in lid.
* Line guide in centre of spool for easy wind up and easy release on the way out (no clips, no slots).
* Smooth revolution inside the box, designed to beat overwind.
* One-touch removable box lid; the ‘box can be opened one-handed.
* Spool can be clipped to the outside of the Switchbox for use externally: the second half of the shell acts as a stand for winding / unwinding. This in turn can be attached to further stacked Switchboxes for support. Or you can just hold it down with your foot.
* Clip lock system enables boxes to be stacked together for travel or storage.
* Sturdy Omnispool crank handle, grooved to fit through the spool and around the line; fits in either side, so no matter if you’re left or right handed. (Crank included here with the kit)

Also included in the kit is the slide on Linecarebox for line maintenance; once attached, both Switchbox and Linecarebox can be handled as one unit. Stowed neatly to Switchbox when not in use so you know where it is when you want it.

Optional: snap on Arbor Spacers offer a choice of two larger arbor sizes; useful for smaller fly lines and now popular amongst conventional anglers storing and switching BRAID lines in particular.

Omnispool Switchbox Kit sold here in Blue. Comes with the Switchbox, crank handle and Linecarebox.