Yellowstone Anglers' 2017 5 wt. Shootout

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Hope I’m posting the correct link to George Anderson’s 5 weight rod shootout.
Some very interesting results, in my opinion.

https://www.yellowstoneangler.com/gear-review/2017-5-weight-shootout-fly-rod-review-best-5-weight-rod-best-fishing-pole-best-fly-rod-g-loomis-nrx-lp-scott-radian-g-loomis-asquith-t-t-avantt-thomas-and-thomas-avant-edge-by-gary-loomis-orvis-h2-covert-winston-air-sage-x

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I lost interest as soon as I saw they are suggesting a half-weight heavier line. For 5 weights and lighter, I think most anglers will be happier with rods that perform well with “traditional” lines, especially if we’re talking about fishing across the country and not just in the West. I find that most visiting anglers just don’t have an aggressive enough stroke to make the most of super-fast rods without a heavier line. In that case, don’t get a super-fast rod…

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Could someone who fishes the G Loomis NRX LP rod please share their thoughts on the rod? Especially if it is a 5 weight.

I have heard a lot about this rod, but have not had an opportunity to fish it or even lawn cast it.

Thanks