Why would we take the world's best fly rod and change it? The answer is simple. We're driven by constant improvement. Put this rod in your hands and feel the rush. You'll completely understand.
In a culture that wants everything bigger, stronger, and faster, sometimes slowing things down can provide the greatest benefits. If you prefer parachutes to tungsten, live for emergers, and shudder at the thought of coneheads, this is the ideal fly rod. This medium-action Helios 2 5-weight 9' fly rod handles long leaders and light tippets with kindness, but won't shy away from those stubborn trout who won't eat anything that doesn't include rabbit strips and rubber legs. Be ready for anything that swims your way knowing that the best 5 wt. fly rod is in your hands. Proudly made in Manchester, Vermont, USA.
20% stronger than the original Helios 20% lighter in hand 100% increase in tip-impact strength Fine-tuned tapers for unrivaled tracking, accuracy, and lifting power
Rod outfit includes:
Helios 2 905-4 Mid-Flex Fly Rod Mirage II Reel - Black nickel Hydros WF5 Trout line 100 yards of 20lb Dacron backing Carbon fiber rod tube and cloth rod sack
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Best in Class, as judged by the Gear Institute, 2012 |
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Recipient of an Editor's Choice Award from Fly Fusion magazine, 2012 |
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Winner of Fly Fisherman magazine's Best New Rod Series award, 2013 |
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Winner of Men's Journal Gear of the Year Award, 2012. |
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Winner of American Angler's Gear of the Year Award as one of the best new fly-fishing products chosen by the magazine's editorial staff. |
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Recipient of "Recommended for 2013" award from Trout & Salmon magazine. |