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Can anyone suggest a good light weight backpacking rod that will break down to a pretty short length (maybe a 5 piece or so)? Nothing real expensive because it will be knocked around a bit. I'm hoping to use it in the Adirondacks (NY) so a short 3 or 4 wt. sounds about right to me. I looked at the cabela's stowaway but wanted to see what else is out there. Thanks
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7*...please scroll down the board....there is a post with your name on it.
The 5 piece stowaway is on sale right now.
[This message has been edited by Buzz (edited 11 December 2005).]
7Star,
We have a couple of Cabela's rods that might fit the bill for you. I have a 5 piece 3 wgt Stow-Away and the wife has a 7 piece 4 wgt Stow-Away. The fit and finish on both rods is very good. They are medium action, which suits our casting style. Not expensive at all. My rod breaks down to 18 inches and hers is even shorter. The rods come in a variety of line weights so your not stuck with light rods.
REE
Cabelas Stowaway all the way... i have an 8' 6" 5 piece, they are very affordable. If you buy the combo they come with rod, reel, line, backing, a rod case, and a rod/reel case. I've had mine for 5 or 6 years now and love it..infact it was my only rod till a month ago since ive moved to the coast where theres bigger fish to be caught..
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Blaino
Arcata/Redding CA
Buzz - where is that post with the 5 piece? I can't find it. Maybe they will trade me for my Cabelas 2wt. My wife wouldn't even need to know.
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Check out the Orvis Frequent Flyer (7 piece):
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Nice for travel and backpacking.
I saw some rods by a company called March Brown [url=http://www.marchbrown.com/:e917e]http://www.marchbrown.com/[/url:e917e] at the British fly Fair recently. They looked quite good. The feature which really stood out for me though was the fact that you could make them shorter simply by missing out a section when you put it together.
I think the Bearsden in Taunton, MA sell them. Might be worth dropping one of the Scott's there a line to ask about them?
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[This message has been edited by JME (edited 12 December 2005).]
I'm going to throw out my satisfaction with the Cabelas Stowaway. I acutally own 2 of them, as one is required by Law to never leave the back of the truck, unless it is to be immediately fished http://www.flyanglersonline.com/bb/smile.gif They are good rods, especially for the price.
That being said, I have had my eyes on the March Browns for a couple of years now. They look to be excellent, well made rods, and those specifically designed for travel have features and specs that I would want in a premium rod designed to be packed. Unfortunately for me, I have never had the opportunity to hold, cast, or fish with one, but I have heard excellent reviews.
The price differential is the only reason I would recommend the Cabelas rod, as I believe you stated you were on a budget (as am I), but if I had money to burn, I would have tried out the March Browns a couple of years ago.
For the money, I am very happy with my Stowaways, and yes, I would buy again. Not the biggest cannons on the block, but plenty of rod to get the job done, at a very fair price.
Good luck with whatever you decide!
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Add me to the Stowaway fan list.
I was looking seriously at the March Brown rods. I asked for user reports. While everyone cues in on different things, you might want to consider user reports before deciding.
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Stev Lenon Trout Ski, 91B20 '68-'69
When the dawn came up like thunder
Check out the Elkhorn 7'6" 4 wt 5pc
[url=http://www.elkhornflyrods.com/store/Details.cfm?ProdID=90&category=15:3758d]http://www.elkhornflyrods.com/store/Details.cfm?ProdID=90&category=15[/url:3758d]
They list for $206 and are often at the shows for $160 with reel. I will probably buy another Elkhorn this January at the Show in Marlboro, MA.
ejd
There is a 5pc Pflueger Purist that is inexpensive:
http://www.geocities.com/flysupplies/rods/pure5pc.jpg
Regards,
Bob
Fly Supplies
aflyshop.com
Another vote for the Cabelas Stowaway 5 pce.
I have two of them 4wt & 8wt
The Cabelas Money back return policy is another good reason to buy Cabelas.
Buy the combo and get 2 hard rod cases, reel . line and leader as well.
Cheers
DuFf
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Some days it's just not worth chewing through the restraints....
I use the Cabela's Stowaway, Redington Wayfarers (own two), March Brown Ltd, Browning Blacksmith Fork, Yellowstone and a Winston Ibis as my main backpacking and motorcycling rods. I like them all but I usually take two rods when I travel. Rod selection depends on the area I will be fishing.
Almost forgot a detail: About a year and a half ago I had get rid of some Bass Pro points or lose them so I purchased a Browning Blacksmith Fork 8 wt. travel rod. It's fairly inexpensive and I didn't know what to expect but that rod pleasantly surprised me. It's now my main carp rod. I found it easy to cast and tough as nails on a big fish.
[This message has been edited by Jtaylor (edited 15 December 2005).]
i have two cabela's stowaways and i love them. that being said, orvis is having a sale on its 7 piece pack rod right not--30% off.
One more vote for Cabela's 5-piece Stowaway. I have a 4-weight, and love it.
CJ
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