The more expensive rods in this Shootout like the Orvis Helios 3F and 3D are $100 more at $898.00. Sure, a 6, 7, or 8-weight rod would be better, but a good 5-weight works surprisingly well as long as you limit your streamers to smaller sizes or streamers that utilize materials that dont soak up a ton of water. Im impressed at how tight my loops are, giving me great accuracy. Nice and light in hand but Im not able to get as much feel or accuracy as with the Zephrus. WinstonLifetime warranty to original owner. The best Presentation Rods as well as the best power rods need to score 19.5 points or better here to be in contention for top honors. A half wells cork handle is used, like the Zephrus, and feels very comfortable to me. Also in the Presentation group, the amazing Fenwick Aetos at $199.95 placed above the $800-$975 rods from Scott, Winston and Sage! 5-weight fly rods are the most popular and versatile of all fly rods for freshwater anglers. Rods with heavier swing weights and those with stiffer tips dont fare nearly as well. The rest of the guides are hard chrome snake guides. Tracks well, and is giving me nice tight loops and good accuracy. The Winston Alpha + proved to be too heavy and too stiff to be a good 5-weight. Often only subtle differences separate one rod from another. If you have read our Shootouts in the past, you can skip this part and go straight to the final results and the write-ups on each rod in their finishing order. The Loop rods are designed in Sweden, while the Hardy and Fenwick rods are designed in England. We got the idea for this category years ago from the Car and Driver automobile Shootouts. Improvements over the old NRX are the result of advancements in both materials and the production process. If a rod looks like a million bucks and casts like it too, fly fishermen are going to lust for it. For others, seeing how a rod performs in an expert casters hands convinces them it would make them great anglers as well, or at least take them to the next level. As youll soon read, our #1 rated rods in both the Presentation and Power categories, the Douglas Sky G, and the G. Loomis NRX+, sell for $795.00. The cork handle is a mini half wells, with a nice big flare at the bottom and the highest quality narrow cork rings. We have found that faster action rods with softer tips give you better feel, improved accuracy, and more delicate presentations, especially at closer distances. Choose this model over the 956-4 for light line steelheading, high stick nymphing on big rivers and fishing lakes at distance. A burled blackwood insert is used. The rods that scored above 19.3 or better here are the ones to consider. GL8 resin is self-propagating, meaning the resin creates its own nano-particles. No it does not have the feel of a 3wt presentation rod. Rods are repaired, not replaced. On big rivers, fishing nymphs at long range using an indicator is certainly possible with one of the power 5-weights, but many anglers would then shift to a 6-weight or even a 7-weight rod. The presentations are light and delicate. View 14 photos $1,166,996 2 Beds 1 Baths. As fly fisherman, we are always dealing with wind. I'm waiting for a 8'8" four . Im convinced the key to catching more trout and especially larger trout, is casting accuracy. There is only one wide up-locking ring, with a nylon ring on the upper side, but it seems to lock up securely enough. Looking at the figures for swing weight, the Shadow is heavier than our top five presentation rods. Free shipping for many products! St. Croix Legend Elite. It is light and powerful with excellent craftsmanship. 5. This is a good example of a medium action rod. Temple Fork Outfitters (TFO) Lifetime warranty to original owner. You can read about these warranty policies later. The rod literally casts well from 20 to 90 feet. Sage introduced their new Trout LL, which won the award for the best Freshwater Fly rod at the 2019 ICAST show. Since 2008, Minturn Anglers has been the region's source for guided fly fishing trips, equipment, flies, and in depth reports. The rods with more backbone and the ability to mend line well get the best scores here. The Radian is hand crafted in Montrose CO in a facility that puts out some of the most stunning fly rods on the market. Cortland Micron backing. Scott fly rods feature the ultimate in accuracy, hugh-performance and quality. The best Presentation Rods are ones that will often be used with very light 5x, 6x, and 7x tippets. As for reels, this year we again decided to use one of our all-time favorites, the Galvan Torque(T-5), loaded with 100 yards of 20 lb. Lots of people are using 5-weight rods for nymph fishing, often using a strike indicator, along with a combination of two nymphs and possibly some split shot or tungsten putty. Anglers that are primarily indicator nymph fishing are better off with a slightly longer 5-weight like a 9 or 10 footer, or even jumping up to a 6-weight rod in the same lengths. 3. The rod is 9 foot for a 4 weight and 4 piece. Yes, the craftsmanship is not quite as good as the other presentation rods, but what can you expect for under two hundred bucks? We have experimented with the ways to measure this in past Shootouts, but we still prefer our tried and true approach using the postal scale, since it provides believable and meaningful results, and gives us a good way to rate one rod against another. To get a 10, repair charges had to be $35 or less with a quick turn around time of less than two weeks. In making these deflection charts, we first put up some white butcher paper on the wall. Howard was here in Montana earlier this fall to show us some new designs hes working on for 2021. We have found that these hand-tied leaders, with stiffer Clear Maxima butt sections, turn over better and give greater accuracy than any of the knotless leaders on the market. 5-Weight Power Rods that have the strength to cast more wind resistant dries, and also chuck nymphs with indicators, and even small streamers with ease. As a starter rod, the Aetos is hard to beat! However, if all rods are measured on the same day, the relative numbers will be consistent. $475 Shop Scott Flex Rods Now. In the power category, the Loomis NRX+ is the same price $795.00. Having multiple outfits set up allows us to do this easily. The Power Rods are often more versatile 5-weights, and the best have the guts and ability to mend line well when you are fishing indicator rigs, comprised of a wind resistant indicator, two nymphs and even a split shot or two. But these methods and calculations felt disconnected from what we were actually experiencing in our hand so, for our last several Shootouts, we returned to our original method of calculation, as explained above. Add the Sage X and Scott Radian to your list and go test cast them, if possible, together, then decide which floats your fly. One of the biggest variables the Livingston wind! There is no hook keeper. To read their comments, simply click on the blue bar under each persons photo. Usually takes 1-2 weeks. It gave me a wonderful sense of feel, especially at short distances. A black anodized aluminum double up-locking reel seat is used, with an attractive piece of dark burled wood for the insert. The new Loomis NRX+ finishes first overall, followed closely by the Scott Radian in 2nd and Asquith in 3rd. Anglers use 5-weight fly rods not just for trout, but also for bass, bluegills, perch, whitefish, carp and even catfish! The rest of the guides are the finest, flexible, titanium Recoil single-foot guides that you will never break. I loved how well I could cast short distances off the tip of the rod and the superb accuracy it delivered. The action is very similar to the Zephrus and is one reason this rod performs so well. But this also requires an angler to double-haul well and form good, tight back cast loops. Another reason youll appreciate superior performance at long range is when you need to chuck a wind resistant steamer, like a wooly bugger. The cork handle is Sages mini full wells with a slight swell in the middle and proved very comfortable. I also like the handle design it tapers outward, allowing you to quickly get and maintain a solid grip. Just about any rod will turn over a 9-foot leader easily. Orvis 25 year no fault warranty to original owner. I felt that it gave me a little more feel and accuracy at 25 feet than did the LP+. Centric. If Orvis determines that there was a defect, the rod will be repaired or replaced at no additional charge. For sale is a mint Scott Radian 904/4 Fly Rod. Standard cork rings are used and are as close to perfect as youll see, something we have come to expect with Hardy rods. Normally Ill try to compare 2-4 rods at one distance, make some notes, and then move on to another distance. If your favorite rod breaks in the middle of the summer and you dont get it back for a month and a half, you are going to be very angry! With a WF-5-F line, the T-5 has a capacity of 100-115 yards of 20 lb. Im getting lots of feel and excellent accuracy at close range. For Helios 3, new Recon (2020) and the new Clearwater rods, Orvis has introduced a new section replacement program with a 5-business day turnaround. One of the more interesting deflection boards shows the previous 5-weight winner the old G. Loomis NRX LP along with the new NRX+ LP, as well as the Sky G that is our Presentation Rod winner as well as the NRX+, the Power Rod winner. The heavy swing weight hurt here and I was getting little feel. Fast action. The 5 wt Radian and Bandit fly line proved to be a deadly combination for backcountry trout fishing when cicadas are about. The 586 Radian was up for sale used and I was able to test cast one at a local shop and like very much. 905/3In great shape, doesn't show any signs of wear. I love the large drag knob on the backside of the reel that is easy to grip and adjust. Here are my top two choices for the best all-around 5-weight rod: Here is a fantastic new rod that can do it all! Then we position the rod at approximately a 45 degree angle and use a lead weight of 3.9 oz., hung from the tip of the rod to show how the rod flexes. The Expeditor service fee for the Asquith rods is $250.00 for ground or $275 for 2-day air. Scott fly rods has spent the last 45 years perfecting the design, craftsmanship, and performance of rods that are legendary for their precise accuracy and unparalleled performance. They also need to have enough backbone to launch small streamers, often using a sink tip line. The SKY G was far better in both feel and accuracy. We kept the best rod in each category, high priced, medium priced, and inexpensive category, handy for comparison. Scott has made many outstanding 6-wt saltwater rods over the years . How well are the guides wrapped and how nice are the coatings? Besides high-performance casting, Scott Fly Rods have user-friendly features as well such as alignment dots, self-indexing reels seats and measuring wraps. We love their Avantt, which youll find in our power rod category. Additionally, it will cost you around $15 to ship your rod in for repair or have your local dealer do it for you. This rod has the capability to form and throw incredibly tight loops to deliver outstanding accuracy, even at long range. I loved the light swing weight and the precise feel and accuracy the Sky G gave me. The T&T Avantt finishes 4th again, with the Orvis Helios 3D right behind it in 5th. Both placed close to the top in each category. With these 5-weight rods Ill usually start off with 45 feet to get the feel of each rod, then try them at 25 feet, and finally at 70 feet. We were particularly interested to see how this new SKY G would compare to the re-designed Loomis NRX+ LP. My advice has always been if you can afford it, buy it and youll never regret it. Many anglers use them only for fishing dry flies, while others use them primarily for nymph fishing, often with an indicator, two nymphs and even some weight like split shot. The caster still has terrific loop control. Loomis has built some of the toughest rods weve ever fished and it takes a lot to break one. He has been the #1 man on Englands International fly-fishing team multiple times. Jun 9, 2017 . When Im nymph fishing I often switch to one of our Hot Butt Leaders that utilizes five feet of fluorescent red Amnesia for the butt section, followed with the same clear Maxima we use in our Clear Butt leaders. If Im fishing a more wind-resistant fly like a hopper pattern or stonefly, Ill cut the leader down to 9 feet or less and end up with a 3X-4X tippet. St. Croix Lifetime warranty to original owner, $85 handling fee for accidental breaks. The Expeditor service for the NRX+ or NRX+ LP rods is $100, while the IMX Pro rods are $85.00. Contrasting rubber/cork rings are added top and bottom for increased durability. The new G. Loomis NRX+ LP comes in 2nd followed closely by the Orvis Helios 3 and Hardy Zephrus. A brown composite wood insert is used that complements the guide wrap color. Rod is unregistered and includes original Scott tube and rod sleeve. Nearly all manufacturers now have some kind of limited Lifetime warranty. However, nearly all manufacturers are charging an associated handling fee to repair or replace a broken rod. Wind speed is neither steady nor consistent. Of the Helios 3 rods, this 3F (F standing for finesse) has a softer tip and is more suited to accurate, delicate presentations we are looking for in the presentation rods. In the early 70's, graphite came on the scene. The Shadow seems like it is running out of gas at this distance. When used for trout fishing, 5-weights are wonderful rods for fishing dry flies but are also great rods for fishing nymphs and small streamers. Now that we have eliminated our Perfect 5 category, this category gives you our opinions on the best rods and how they stack up. The platelets make up a small part of the resin matrix while offering substantial benefits in using less material and maintaining high integrity in linear and hoop strength, with added impact resistance. Both the Trout and MPX lines shoot like crazy and have proven to be more durable and longer lasting than other lines we have fished over the years. Scott Radian Since the introduction of the STS Series in 1995, Scott has offered two action classes of freshwater fly rods, medium and fast. The blank is sanded only very lightly, and then finished so that you can see the tape marks. This reel is the one that won our 2016 5/6 Reel Shootout. 5wt fly rods are (by far) the most popular rod model in contemporary fly fishing. It will be a pleasure to cast all day if you are fishing dry flies. The rod is finished in a flat dark gray, with similar dark gray guide wraps. At 25 feet the feel was rather vague, and I was not able to get the same kind of accuracy I got with the Hardy Zephrus, the G. Loomis LP+ or the Douglas SKY G. I was impressed with the 3Fs light swing weight and its ability to throw nice tight loops, especially at mid to long distance. 2. On my own 5-weight rods, Im normally using a 12-foot leader, with tippets from 4x to 6x, fishing dry flies. It is a very smooth, fluid casting rod. Better, but I cannot get the nice tight loops and accuracy Im getting with the top rods. The wraps are a lighter blue, trimmed with a little silver on the butt section. We talked to Fred at length about the older Loomis LP and why we liked it so much. I have given you my choices for the best Presentation 5-weight Rod and the best Power 5-weight Rod, but at the end of the day I know that anglers want an answer as to what are my choices would be for the best all-around 5-weight rods. This is an absolutely gorgeous rod, and along with the T&T rods, the Winston rods get a perfect score for craftsmanship. Both are a couple of hundred dollars less than the most expensive rods. 5-weight fly rods have become the single quiver rod for many freshwater anglers. The increased dampening and recovery also result in superior accuracy, which immediately impressed me when casting and comparing the SKY G to the other top 5-weight rods. Usually takes 2-4 weeks. A $50 handling fee includes $35 per broken section plus a $15 shipping fee inside the continental US. I developed a reputation as one of the best anglers in both fresh and salt water and many leading many rod makers and manufacturers consult with me in their rod design process. item 2 Deerfield Graphite Fly Fishing Rod. Getting your leader and fly to turn over in a 20 mph wind with big attractor dries, requires a rod that is capable of giving you extremely tight loops. For sure, one of the best presentation rods at 45 feet. This 5wt is ideal for most trout situations, from presenting dry flies, to nymphing, to tossing small streamers and poppers. Surprisingly, this is often true. item 1 Scott G series 9ft 5wt 4 piece fly rod Scott G series 9ft 5wt 4 piece fly rod. Presentation Rods are not just dry fly rods though. The tip has the"feel" to be able to make quick sniper-like casts at 10 to 20 feet; something not as bragable with many fast actions. Definitely one of the best Presentation Rods at long range, and even better for me than the Helios 3D! A slightly softer tip would help in close. But as you will see, the best Presentation Rods produced outstanding accuracy, even at 70 feet! Rather than use a fly, we use a fluorescent orange yarn indicator, trimmed so that it gives us about the same wind resistance as a medium sized dry fly. I think the medium-fast action and softer tip are just about perfect. This is a fast action rod and the deflection profile is a lot like the SKY G, and NRX+ LP, with a slightly softer tip. A little waggle helps you to feel this. As youll see on the deflection chart, this rod bends much like the best rods, with good power in the butt and mid section but has a slightly stiffer tip than the Zephrus. Howard is a terrific angler and one of the best Ive fished with. The G. Loomis NRX LP 9#5 has had a stranglehold on first place in our past three 5-weight Shootouts, but now this rod is gone, replaced with the NRX+ LP, a totally new rod with new materials and a new design that has proven to be outstanding. Alignment marks on the sections are helpful and the rod size is noted too. The Air was also in our last 5-weight Shootout, but like this year it was a little disappointing in performance compared to the best rods. The Galvan reels are essentially maintenance free, with Rulon bushings that require no maintenance or lubrication to keep them working properly. Mid-range is the H3Fs best distance and here it is wonderful. This is a blend of three different things: Mega Modulus+ Graphite, GL8 Resin, and a new Multi-Taper Design. Create an alert to be instantly notified of new similar listings coming online. Sage Lifetime warranty to original owner. The Paradigm is finished in a flat dark blue color, like the Avantt. But that alone doesn't make our fly rods exceptional. Then we move on to another distance and compare the same rods. The lighter, standard size fly line, like the Scientific Anglers Amplitude Trout, is the fly line we picked for these Presentation Rods, while the half size heavier Amplitude MPX is a better match for the more powerful Power 5-weights. Beulah has given us a lovely new rod that is incredibly light the lightest rod in this Shootout in overall weight combined with a very light swing weight. Better than the Paradigm and G Series out long but the Helios 3F and Zephrus were definitely superior with more power and better tracking. The fly goes where you cast it, making hitting your target effortless. In general, youll find the best craftsmanship on rods made here in the US, like rods from Thomas & Thomas, R.L. Durab~ Delivered anywhere in USA Amazon Scott GS 7ft 7in 5wt 4pc Scott. The good news is that the Centric does more . On the other hand we have found the Asquith rods to be one of the toughest and most durable rods weve ever sold. This makes it easier to justify buying the best performing rod. The Hardy Shadow, at $359.95 was our best mid-priced rod in the Presentation group. By setting all the rods in an identical manner, it is easy to take a few casts with one rod, at say 45 feet, then pick up another rod and cast the same distance with that outfit. $75 on recent rods within 10 years, $125 on classic olderrods. Was fished one day. Being able to cast with no wind made it much easier to score the rods with confidence at all distances. Well, were pleased to tell you that Steve Rajeff, the G. Loomis head rod designer and famed tournament caster, worked his magic yet again! He has been a very important and integral part of our Shootouts and tackle comparisons over the years. The craftsmanship is excellent and as with the Zephrus, Howard Croston has given us a rod with a nice fast action that performs best at close to medium distances. So we did our testing without any appreciable wind. Beulah came up with a new Platinum G2, an extremely light rod using a new resin system that complements their existing Guide Series II. 5-Weight Presentation Rods more suited to fishing dry flies that give you the ultimate in accuracy, delicacy, and presentation. The Hardy Shadow is our pick for the best mid-priced rod at $359.95. This is a very pleasant rod for fishing dries, where you are doing a lot of false casting. 3. Interestingly, it was one of the lightest of all the presentation rods in overall weight, but the heaviest in the more important swing weight category. Fortunately we have access to a good indoor facility at the Livingston Civic Center gym. In close the slower, softer tip didnt give me anywhere near the accuracy I was getting from the SKY G, although the presentations were delicate enough. The Radian has performed very well in our 5-weight Shootouts, and this 6-weight is no exception. The 5 weight isn't quite as tip sensitive as the 4 weight so if Euro Nymphing is . Scott Centric C10054 (10' 5wt fly rod) A beefed up version of the 4 weight, the 5 weight Centric is a step up for those who want to chase larger fish and make longer casts. We look at many things to determine craftsmanship What types of guides are used? To my way of thinking, the best Power Rods need to score best at 45 feet, but as youll see, there are several rods that scored very well at all distances. The Scott Radian 9'6" 5wt fly rod excels as an all purpose, go-to rod for trout. In the sunlight, the deep emerald green blank is stunning. With both the presentation and power rods, a good caster can place a dry fly within a foot of the target on most casts, as long as there isnt a lot of wind. As in our last 5-weight Shootout, we have decided to use the Galvan T-5, a wonderful light reel with a very smooth and highly adjustable drag. Apartment in Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden Contact. The Power Rods in this Shootout that gave me the best long distance performance were the G. Loomis Asquith, the G. Loomis NRX+, the T & T Avantt, and the Scott Radian. All graphite rods are wrapped in tape before being baked in an oven, but then most other manufacturers sand off the tape marks and end up with a totally smooth blank. Reel seats should lock up easily and hold firmly, without having any tendency to come loose. Like the Zephrus, the quality of the cork is close to perfect, and better than other mid-priced rods. To make it easier to examine each rod we have used different colors with a chart below each deflection board. The Radian, nevertheless, lacks the explosive power of the Hardy Zenith, and those casts beyond 60 feet with big cicadas and heavy nymphs on 15 foot leaders, were not as easy - notwithstanding my casting ability. This is more or less cut and dried, but some rods, like the G. Loomis Asquith have the blanks rolled in Japan and then the rod is completed here in the US at the Loomis plant in Woodland, WA. A more flexible tip would help a lot in close. There are lots of ways to break a fish off on light tippet, but the rods that score high in this category are going to give you a far better chance of landing a big fish. Why test with 12-foot leaders? Using a rod that dramatically reduces the number of break-offs makes a lot of sense. We dont normally ask a 5-weight to cast 70 feet and beyond, but the best Power Rods, with an expert caster at the controls, can easily cast all the line 90 to one 100 feet. The G. Loomis Asquith was by far the lightest rod in the swing weight category and put in an impressive performance, especially at medium to long distances. 6d 14h left (Tue, 08:24 AM) or Best Offer +$24.55 shipping Sponsored Results matching fewer words Scott Centric 10' 4wt Brand New $945.00 Buy It Now Free 4 day shipping Sponsored Scott Centric 9' 5wt Brand New $945.00 Buy It Now Click on the images below to see how James, Logan, Francis and Chloe ranked the rods. On nice days when had little wind, we did the casting outside on our lawn here at the shop. The best ones work very well for nymph fishing and have the power to cast even small sized streamers. Does the tip of the rod load well enough in close, to give you the feel and accuracy you need with only the leader and very little line out of the guides? Another thing that sets the Winston rods apart from others is their use of nickel silver in the reel seat, cork and winding checks. My son James is also a dedicated fly fisherman and has developed into a great caster and a person who I can trust in judging a rods performance. 6. Please note that the larger charts below for both the presentation and power rods are Georges scores only. The rod is in mint condition. Freshwater. One thing that youll see is that the rod manufacturers today are giving us rods that do not differ that much in flex. Used Scott Radian 9ft 5wt Fly Rod (590-4) $795.00 $539.99 -50% Out of stock Used Hardy Zephrus 9ft 4wt Fly Rod (490-4) $799.00 $399.99 -84% Out of stock Used Mystic M-Series 10ft 3in 3wt Fly Rod (7103-4) $499.00 $79.99 -21% Used Scott Centric 10ft 6wt Fly Rod (6100-4) $945.00 $749.99 -36% Used Sage X 9ft 5wt Fly Rod (590-4) $950.00 $604.99 -35% Ive often had a fish grab a halfway submerged fly in the surface film, when I havent been watching closely enough, and bolt off before I could react, snapping my 6x tippet. This is another rod that has a strong butt and mid-section but a softer and more flexible tip. It is however, a handsome rod with superb craftsmanship that we have come to expect from Sage. It often takes a little time for the rod to settle down from all this movement so we do this procedure 4-6 times and then take the average weight we are getting from the scale. Anglers use 5-weight fly rods not just for trout, but also for bass, bluegills, perch, whitefish, carp and even catfish! This rods ability to track perfectly is on fire here. Watching Howard cast, the only guy Ive seen that could match him drilling long tight loops is perhaps Steve Rajeff. 4. These hold up longer, even with hard usage. Then, maintaining tight loops on your backcast, especially at the longer distances, was very difficult and we would usually give it up and hope for a better day. The blank is finished in a deep ruby metallic red. 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