T.F.O and Echo

[The Bug Slinger]

Real quick question for you all ( maybe ). What is the general consensus of these rods?

I am just getting into fly fishing and looking for a "good" rod for a "good" price and both of these companies have some reasonable priced rods.

I have been looking at the T.F.O : signature series and professional series, 9 foot 5 weight.
Echo : solo, carbon series. 9 foot 5 weight

I would love to hear from anyone using or has used any of the above rods. I am also open to any input on other brands around that price.




Thanks for taking a look and helping me out.

 

[Madriverfisher]

Echo is great I have a few of there rods and they do the job

 

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I don't think you can wrong with either choice

 

[The Bug Slinger]

Thanks.

Fishing with a Fly, if you don't mind me asking what models do you use ? How do you find there "action" ?

 

[GuitarBuildingAngler]

I personally have a TFO BVK 9 weight. It is an amazing rod. Great fast action and super easy to get a fly out. It is one of the best rods I have used.

I know it is not the specific TFO you are after but it is the one I have experience with. I would really reccomend TFO.

 

[Christopheraaron]

Both companies make amazing rods for the price, take your pick.

 

[The Bug Slinger]

Thanks again everyone, are there any other brands in that price range you all think I should consider?

GBA nice avatar pic.

 

[Christopheraaron]

Never held one myself but Allen is supposed to make some great stuff. Check out Greys as well.

 

[Madriverfisher]

Thanks.

Fishing with a Fly, if you don't mind me asking what models do you use ? How do you find there "action" ?

I have an echo carbon 4wt and 8wt there faster action rods plus I have a spey rod from them I like it puts out big flies with ease and handles skagit and Scandi heads as well

 

[GuitarBuildingAngler]

Thanks again everyone, are there any other brands in that price range you all think I should consider?

GBA nice avatar pic.

Thanks!

You could always check out LL Bean. They have great rods with reviews right on their website. I recently got into LL Bean and the customer service (let alone products) have been incredible. With a NO QUESTIONS asked lifetime warranty, you can't go wrong. Also well priced!

 

[Christopheraaron]

Thanks!

You could always check out LL Bean. They have great rods with reviews right on their website. I recently got into LL Bean and the customer service (let alone products) have been incredible. With a NO QUESTIONS asked lifetime warranty, you can't go wrong. Also well priced!

I've heard some negative stuff about ll bean, be careful.

 

[Cody309]

I own a TFO BVK 6 wt as well - great rod. Was my first decent rod I purchased, and I love it! Highly recommended!

 

[IR4Jflyfishing]

x2 on the greys suggestion(I have a gr50 10' 8wt that will likely become my surf rod), also cant say anything negative about echo (besides how theyve started building the grips... ugly) . Dont know much about tfo but the review are generally great and most of their rods are designed my prolific fly anglers (lefty, meiser, pallot , kinny)

If you can get the opportunity to fish these rods side by side you will have a better understanding of their pros and cons and be able to make a better choice.

 

[Bow Man]

Also being "new" to fly fishing I would suggest go some where, where you can try multiple rods.

Just my 2 cents.

 

[AKnook]

I use TFO rods and love them. I own the professional series in 7wt, 5wt and 8wt. Great rod and lifetime warranty.

Which reminds me that I need to send my 7 wt back. snapped the tip on my last outing. You can't go wrong with TFO IMO.

 

[Graham Bristow]

I`d also recommend the Greys rods for quality and price and they cast great..

Prior to being pro staffed with Hardy Greys (yes I might be a bit biased here) I used and guided with TFO signature series rods and was happy with them based on the performance and the price. they`re nothing fancy with no bells and whistles but they cast nice and do the job...

Just do yourself a favor and go to reputable fly shop so you get the best advice on the right rod for your needs..