Instead of entry level we think of our Encounter rod outfits as affordable awesomeness. This solid 9′ 8-weight Encounter outfit has all the power and performance anyone could ask at a price that will have you wondering, what’s the catch? Backup or first big-game rod outfit, this is the finest you will ever buy at this price.

• Built for the hardcore angler yet priced with frugality in mind
• 4-piece
• 9ft 8-wt.
• Smooth, crisp performance
• Packaged with a large arbor Encounter reel, weight-forward floating line, backing, and leader

An 8 Wt. affordable fly rod perfect as a first saltwater outfit or backup travel rod.