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Hardy 4-piece
Fly 
from £509.00
Redington 4-piece & 6-piece Fly from £79.95
Fulling Mill 6-piece Fly only £124.95
Orvis 4-piece Fly from £255.00
Vision 4-piece Fly from £149.99
Snowbee 4-piece Spinning from £89.00
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Hardy ZANE 4-Piece
Hardy's first purpose-built saltwater fly rods in many years (if ever!) this long-awaited range appears to be up there with the best from the USA. The key to the Zane rods are the blanks, claimed to be the slimmest ever produced and capable of cutting through coastal winds like a knife. A careful blend of multi-modulus fibers allows easy loading but very fast recovery - the perfect combination for quick accurate casting over any range. Hardwear features two Fuji SIC-lined stripper guides, one of 20mm and one of 16mm to allow rapid line clearance, a hard-anodised aluminum reel seat picked out in blue to mirror the colour of the blanks and to match the trim of the Zane reels - the double locking screws clamp the reel to the rod securely but the fitted nylon washers mean it won’t be stuck there at the end of the day. - All good ideas borrowed from the world's top producers of saltwater fly rods! The finer points of the Zane package include classy carved aluminum stoppers, a transluscent blue glass reinforced carbon tube with elegantly etched rod details and protective neoprene carrying system with "Original User Lifetime Warranty" against material or manufacturing defects.
Our verdict: Hardy's first purpose-built saltwater fly rods! This long-awaited range appears to be up there with the best from the USA. Faster action than the Sirrus, the Zane rods are capable of generating the line speeds necessary for casting in strong winds.
Length: 9'
AFTMA rating: #7, #8, #9, #10 or #12
Action: Very fast
Colour: Blue
Weight of rod (approx): see below
Length stowed: approx. 29"
Length stowed in tube: approx. 31"
The #7 is a light bonefish rod for those calms days when presentation is paramount. It is also ideal for sea trout in northern Europe...
The #8 is the mainstay bonefish rod, an all round saltwater classic size...
The #9 is perfect for small permit and the biggest bonefish...
The #10 is intended for permit and small-medium tarpon...
The #12 is suited to big tarpon and blue water species...
Redington RED-FLY 4-piece 9ft #9 with added Sage technology. Medium fast progressive
action, high modulus graphite blank with black whippings, anodised aluminium up-locking reel seat with full wells cork grip and fighting butt. Supplied in
partitioned Cordura covered rod tube with "Unconditional Lifetime Immediate Replacement" guarantee (£15.00 handling fee
in the event of a claim)
Our verdict: A reliable allrounder for bonefish, permit, bass, small tarpon etc. Excelent value with the best guarantee in the trade!
Length: 9'
AFTMA rating: #9
Action: Medium Fast
Colour: Dark Blue
Weight of rod: 4¾oz.
Length stowed: 29"
Length stowed in tube: 32"
RRP: £109.95
Special Offer Price: £79.95 nett.
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Redington RS3 4-piece 9ft #10. Medium-Fast action with no flat spots, slim 57 & 40 million blended modulus graphite burgundy blank with matching whippings and silver trim, up-locking gloss black finish aluminium reel seat with top quality full wells cork grip and large (1¾" diameter) fighting butt. Supplied in Cordura covered travel tube with Redington's "Unconditional Lifetime Immediate Replacement" guarantee (£15.00 handling
fee payable in the event of a claim).
Our verdict: Excellent quality and well balanced - ideal all-rounder for big bones, permit, tarpon etc. Best guarantee in the trade!
Length: 9'
AFTMA rating: #10
Action: Medium Fast
Colour: Burgundy
Weight of rod: approx. 4¾oz.
Length stowed in tube: approx. 31½"
RRP: £199.95
£50 off!...
Special Offer Price: £149.95 nett.
Redington WAYFARER 6-piece 9ft #8. Fast action with no flat spots, slim high (57 million) modulus graphite charcoal grey blank with black whippings, up-locking pewter finish aluminium reel seat with high quality full wells cork grip and fighting butt. Supplied in black Cordura covered travel tube with Redington's "Unconditional Lifetime Immediate Replacement" guarantee (£15.00 handling fee payable in the event of a claim).
Our verdict: Excellent quality and small enough to fit in any suitcase. Best guarantee in the trade!
Length: 9'
AFTMA rating: #8
Action: Fast
Colour: Brown
Weight of rod: approx. 4½oz.
Length stowed in tube: approx. 22"
RRP: £209.95
£50 off!...
Special Offer Price: £159.95 nett.
FULLING MILL World Class Traveller
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Fulling Mill GXT TRAVELLER 6-Piece Rods are built to world class specifications using state-of-the-art IM6 (42MSI-30TONS) graphite (don't ask us what that means but it certainly sounds impressive!). These rods are built to last, look good and above all, fish well. Their middle-to-tip actions are ideal for anglers of all abilities. Specification includes "stealth" finish blank, corrosion proof fittings, top grade cork grip with front end black EVA section for durability, hook keeper, super-hard chromed snakes &
tip, titanium oxide stripping guides with titanium treated frames, epoxy finished black wraps. Available in AFTMA #6 or #8 to suit most destinations at home or abroad. The #6 rod has a half Wells grip with titanium sealed ebony spacer and is suitable for general fresh or light saltwater use, while the #8 rod has a full Wells grip with full anodised aluminium up-locking reel seat, large diameter fighting butt and is perfect for bonefishing. Each rod is supplied in a tough Cordura covered partitioned tube which can be carried by its adjustable shoulder strap (if permitted!) or transported inside your suitcase. Complete with Fulling Mill Original Owner Lifetime Warranty (£20.00 handling fee payable in the event of a claim).
Our verdict: Good value, high quality and small enough to fit in any suitcase. Good guarantee.
Length: 9'
AFTMA rating: #6 or #8
Action: Medium fast
Colour: Black
Weight: see drop-down menu
Length stowed: 20"
Length stowed in tube: 23" (should fit in any suitcase)
Orvis TLS POWER MATRIX
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Orvis TLS POWER MATRIX 4-Piece Saltwater Rods use industry-leading graphite matrix technology exclusive to Orvis and first used in their T3® fly rods. Each graphite fiber is wrapped in a protective strengthening sheath that precisely aligns the millions of graphite fibers for more efficient transfer of energy. You get more power and precision out of a rod built with lighter materials. Only Orvis can reduce rod weight without sacrificing power with the new TLS
Power Matrix rod: new technology, more muscle, more durability, less weight and less money. You won’t find a better value US made rod in this price class. Built by experienced craftsmen in Manchester, Vermont, continuing a 150-year rod-building tradition. Complete with famous Orvis 25-Year-Guarantee to repair or replace fly rod no matter the reason!
Our verdict: Top value USA made rod with a super guarantee.
Length: 9'
AFTMA rating: #8, #9, #10 or #11
Action: Fast
Colour: Blue
Weight (approx): see drop-down menu
Length stowed: 29"
Length stowed in tube: 32"
Orvis T3
Orvis T3 4-Piece Saltwater Rods were designed with new compound taper formulas to take full advantage of cutting-edge high-modulus carbon fiber technologies (sounds good!) Features include corrosion-proof reel seats with innovative single-piece uplocking hardware (end cap rotates to quickly and securely lock the reel in place); butt that can be removed for cleaning; highest quality extra-flora grade cork grip with ergonomic shape to reduce casting fatigue; super-high modulus graphite and thermoplastic-enriched, thermoset resin/scrim matrix for more power and durability; 3 coats of cobalt paint, finely polished with a final UV blocking coat; silicon carbide lined stripping guides and titanium carbide snakes for lowest possible coefficient of friction. Supplied in aluminum rod tube with two closure options - ventilated to allow your rod to dry, or completely moisture-tight. Complete with famous Orvis 25-Year-Guarantee to repair or replace fly rod no matter the reason!
Our verdict: Excellent quality and capable of casting long distances in windy conditions. Super guarantee.
Length: 9'
AFTMA rating: #7, #8, #9, #10, #11 or #12
Action: Very fast
Colour: Blue
Weight (approx): see drop-down menu
Length stowed: 29"
Length stowed in tube: 31"
New for 2008 (replacing Vision 3-Zone range) available NOW!...
Vision GT FOUR SALTWATER
Vision GT FOUR SALTWATER 4-piece rods are purpose built for saltwater use on medium fast, mid-tip action dark blue colour T35 graphite blanks fitted with super-hard single guides, TiOX frame blue stripper guides, machined aluminium reel seat, high quality full Wells cork grip and large diameter fighting butt. Supplied in partitioned blue Cordura covered tube with Vision "no-quibble" 5 year guarantee.
Our verdict: Excellent quality, will suit all levels of casting ability, very good value. Good guarantee.
Length: 9'
AFTMA rating: #8, #9, #10
Action: Medium Fast
Colour: Blue
Weight (approx): see drop-down menu
Length stowed in tube: 31"
"DEEP BLUE XS" SALTWATER SPINNING RODS
These practical
4-piece rods pack down neatly for travelling without compromise to action or
balance. The blanks are finished in
a rich, deep aquamarine with epoxy coated matching whippings. Fitted with quality Portuguese
cork handles with reliable Fuji screw reel fittings and low-friction SiC
guides throughout. Supplied in partitioned
cloth bag and heavy duty 3" diameter polyester Oxford covered travel tube, with "Original
Owner Lifetime Guarantee". Available in four weights to suit all
spinning and bait fishing situations in salt or freshwater...
Our verdict: Well balanced spinning rods at sensible prices, ideally suited to saltwater spinning or bait fishing.
SNOWBEE DEEP BLUE XS 4-PIECE LIGHT SALTWATER SPINNING
ROD
Ideal for casting light lures or baits to bonefish,
permit, sea-trout, grilse etc...
Length: 9'
Action: Medium fast
Colour: Blue
Casting weights from 1/3oz to 1¼oz (10-35g)
Length overall: 9ft (2.7m)
Length stowed in bag: 29" (73.5cm)
Length stowed in tube: 31½" (80cm)
Weight of rod: approx 7½oz (210g).
Weight of rod in tube: approx 2¼lb (1kg).
Price: £89.00 (order #10001)
SNOWBEE DEEP BLUE XS 4-PIECE MEDIUM SALTWATER SPINNING
ROD
Ideal for casting medium lures
and baits to barracuda, pike, salmon, bass and small tarpon...
Length: 9'
Action: Medium fast
Colour: Blue
Casting weights from 2/3oz up to 1¾oz (20-50g)
Length overall: 9ft (2.7m)
Length stowed in bag: 29" (73.5cm)
Length stowed in tube: 31½" (80cm)
Weight of rod: approx
7½oz
(210g).
Weight of rod in tube: approx 2¼lb (1kg).
Price: £99.00 (order #10002)
SNOWBEE DEEP BLUE XS 4-PIECE "TARPON INSHORE" SPINNING ROD
This powerful rod will throw large lures and plugs to tarpon, giant trevally, 'cudas, etc...
Length: 9'
Action: Medium fast
Colour: Blue
Casting weights from 2oz up to 3½oz (60-100g)
Length overall: 9ft (2.7m)
Length stowed in bag: 29" (73.5cm)
Length stowed in tube: 31½" (80cm)
Weight of rod: approx 7½oz (256g).
Weight of rod in tube: approx 2¼lb (1kg).
Price: £135.00 (order #10000)
SNOWBEE DEEP BLUE XS 4-PIECE "TARPON OFFSHORE "SPINNING ROD
Introduced in 2007 this new extra powerful version was designed for fighting offshore species and will easily throw the largest lures and plugs to giant tarpon, GTs, sailfish, giant 'cudas, etc...
Length: 9'
Action: Steep progressive taper, 5lb Test Curve
Colour: Blue
Casting all large surface poppers & plugs
Length overall: 9ft (2.7m)
Length stowed in bag: 29" (73.5cm)
Length stowed in tube: 31½" (80cm)
Weight of rod: approx 12½oz
(350g).
Weight of rod in tube: approx 2½lb (1.1kg).
Price: £165.00 (order #10008)
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