Reddington or TFO...you decide

[Okie_Noodler]

Ok folks, the moment of truth. I've been absent for many weeks, but I've got a new job and I'm going to buy a 7wt for LMB and light saltwater use as a present to myself. I've got it narrowed down to three rods:
1. TFO Signature 9' 7wt.

2. Redington Crosswater 9' 7/8wt

3. Redington Redfly 9' 7wt

You decide. I'm going to put an Okuma Integrity on it. I know that the Crosswater is a cheaper rod than the Redfly, but if there isn't a seriously significant difference in quality, I'll get the cheaper rod.

Suggestions for rods in a similar price range are welcome.

thanks, all.

[nick0danger]

I would go with TFO, myself the best warrenty ever.

[harleybob87]

I agree TFO my favorite rod manufactuer

[nick0danger]

all i own is TFO. There canadian distributor in in calgary my town, so if i break a rod i can go in and get it right away. So im fishing the bow break my rod i can be on the water in an hour.

[rizeye]

for LMB and salt you may wifh to consideran 8wt.

[brhokla]

I own a few TFO rods including a 3 weight, 6 weight and 9 weight!! You can't go wrong with the TFO. Great rod for the money. The 6 weight TFO TICR I have is so sweet.

I disagree with the assertion that you can't go wrong with TFO. I have found that their rods are soulless and about as much fun cast as a petrified telephone pole. If you're considering purchasing one, make sure you cast it first so that you make sure that it's your cup of tea.

[fly rapper]

The TFO professional in the 8wt is one sweet rod, I couldn't believe how much I liked it, and all I fish at the moment are XP's.

[Okie_Noodler]

So far, no one has said a word about the Redington rods.

[okflyfisher]

I have a 6wt & 8wt Redington CPS and absolutely love them. They are light, quick
and cast effortlessly. I think they are one of the best values in the market with excellent fit and finish. I have a St Croix Ultra Legend(5wt)and a Sage RPL (4wt)and while i like these rods the CPS rods feel like they were custom made for my stroke.