[Colorado.Mackinaw]

I have a hobbs creek 5wt rod..........slow action........ ive used this rod all over colorado and have landed 5-6lb fish with it.........I want to cast some heavier indicators and streamers while improving my distance......... fyi I have a sweet 8wt setup that does the job but I'm looking for a fast action 5wt..........What do you recommend that is relatively cheap? Since I have my reel spooled with WF5 and don't have a a spare spool a 6wt isn't something I'm looking for........ simply just want to know where to find a cheap but good 5wt rod? Thanks for your help

 

[bugz]

I have been real happy with the Temple Fork Outfitters 5 wt I own. Reasonable price ($130ish) and a good warranty they stand behind. I broke mine once, I think I got it back in about 1-1 1/2 weeks no questions asked. http://www.tforods.com/fly-fishing/rods/signature.html#.VPN4WuH1ffY

 

[smellzalilfishee]

TFO BVK

 

[pistoldog]

Bugz is on the money...

 

[onefishinfool]

I have been real happy with the Temple Fork Outfitters 5 wt I own. Reasonable price ($130ish) and a good warranty they stand behind. I broke mine once, I think I got it back in about 1-1 1/2 weeks no questions asked. http://www.tforods.com/fly-fishing/rods/signature.html#.VPN4WuH1ffY

I can see this. I have a TFO 3WT that I really like - nice rod for the price.

 

[Caster O flies]

TFO BVK. Echo Ion.

 

[bugz]

The BVK's are nice. If $260 falls into relatively cheap for you I say go for it. Otherwise the TFO Lefty Kreh pro or signature series would be a nice rod for $100 less. I have the signature series and I can fish heavy stoneflies or chuck weighted streamers from bank to bank most places on the Ark with it.

 

[Colorado.Mackinaw]

Is the Orvis Clearwater a fast action rod? What are your thoughts about this one? I do like the bvk but the Clearwater is cheaper.

 

[golden rod]

I have a 4 wt clearwater and I wouldn't call it fast. I imagine the whole line should be similar.

 

[Fordo]

You will not go wrong with a Reddington Path. Less than $100. Best replacement service on the market.

 

[hobiecat]

Can't beat the sale price...great reviews...great warranty.

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Cabelas-LSi-Fly-Rods/1089200.uts?Ntk=AllProducts&searchPath=%2Fcatalog%2Fsearch.cmd%3Fform_state%3DsearchForm%26N%3D0%26fsch%3Dtrue%26Ntk%3DAllProducts%26Ntt%3Dfly%2Brod%26x%3D11%26y%3D9%26WTz_l%3DHeader%253BSearch-All%2BProducts&Ntt=fly+rod&WTz_l=Header%3BSearch-All+Products#BVRRWidgetID

http://www.fieldandstream.com/blogs/flytalk/2011/08/fly-rod-worth-its-price-cabela-lsi

 

[Luke the Dog]

In the 'lower priced' rods category you really can't beat TFO or Echo rods. The bargain-level rods that some manufacturers offer really don't compare in performance to equally-priced rods from these two companies, although even their 'cheapos' aren't that great. Be willing to spend $150+ and you have lots of great options.

 

[pistoldog]

Here's another suggestion.

I know you may not be able to "test drive em", which some guys swear by, but do some research online and then take a look on ebay. Some great deals can be had on some top of the line rod makers products that might be a year or so old on Ebay if your willing to spend money on a second hand rod...


Here's a few examples, not really looking at "fastness" just 5 weights:


http://www.ebay.com/itm/Scott-fly-rod-Model-A3-905-4-9-0-5-line-4-piece-used-excellent-/171703150534?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item27fa4e27c6


http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sage-Flight-4-pc-590-4-Fly-Rod-5wt-9ft-1850-Reel-Combo-W-Case-R877-/351324152590?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item51cc8d230e

 

[SlabSeeker]

What is your idea of cheap? I prefer "inexpensive". LOL. You should be able to find a rod that will meet your needs from any manufacturer. I just tested a rod from Mystic and for the price I was impressed.