Small Stream Trout Rod?

[paul taylor]

I’m new to fly fishing in the last few months.

[Zach Matthews]

Hey Paul-

Oddly enough, I find that it is in my smaller gear that I like to have the highest quality of equipment, perhaps because I know it won’t get beat around as much.  My 3 weight of choice is currently a St. Croix Legend Ultra, a 7’9″ 3 piece model, and I match it with a Ross Colorado Zero reel.

If I had to buy a new 3 weight setup right now, I would get a closed out Scott G off eBay along with a Hardy Lightweight series reel in the matching size (I can’t remember which name Hardy uses).  Three weights are never subjected to any real stress, so a click drag reel is plenty, and you definitely will want to get as limber a rod as you can find.  Other options include Winston’s discontinued IM6 (now the WT), and, in a more bargain category, St. Croix’s Avid or Temple Fork Outfitters’ Professional Series.

Zach

[Mike Anderson]

If you are like me and you refuse to pay $600+ for a nice fly rod but you are never satisfied till you have the best, then you should learn to build your own rods. There are some awesome lesser know blanks out there. If you have a rod shop near you and you get to know the owner you might get even the “name brand” blanks cheap. I can build a Sage SLT or XP just like factory for about $250 to $300. I usually go with a little higher end components for a little extra $$ on my rods.

Otherwise get the Sage SLT 3 or 4 wt.

[paul taylor]

Thank you very much for your input.

[paul taylor]

Want does anyone have to say about the Orvis Superfine line, specifically the Trout Bum 7′ 4wt/4pc?

[brian dunigan]

The more pieces, the more expensive – but multi-piece rods are easier for travel.

Zach recommended a 3wt, but I might be inclined to go with a 4wt instead – it’s just a little more versatile if you head to a larger stream or do some warmwater fishing.

Too bad the Sage DS2 line isn’t around any more – I had one for quite a while and I thought it was a great rod for the applications you’re talking about.

[mykiss]

I wouldn’t hesitate to invest in a Cabela’s Stowaway 5 piece 8′-6″ 3 wt.

[john switow]

I put my vote in for the Scott G series as well.

[john switow]

Sorry, should have proof read the last posting.

[paul taylor]

Okay, now we are starting to narrow down our choices.

[paul taylor]

I’ll revise my last post.

[theboxkid]

I would go with the Sage VT2.

[greg mitchell]

Have you looked at the St. Croix Avid? It is in your price range. I think it’s an awesome rod.
Greg

[paul taylor]

i greatly appreciate all of your input.

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