Which brings to mind something that I've learned over the years. Before you
make judgment on any fly rod, try it with a line under and a line over the
recommended weight for the rod. You'll find that such changes dramatically
alter the action of the rod. I recall a rod that a friend of mine purchased
and then subsequently decided was not one he wanted to fish with...as he
didn't like the action. Neither did I when I tried it...but I traded him
something for it anyway. Later, I tried using a full size lighter line on
it and the action was everything I would want. I had my friend try it and I
could tell he wanted the rod back...so we "re-traded" and he used that rod
for many years prior to his death. It was one of his favorite rods.

Barry

"Jim" wrote in message
...
I don't have any info on the 5wt, but I did try the Winston Boron IIx in a
9
ft 7 wt, and was decidedly unimpressed. I didn't think it carried the line
well when making longish casts (60ft). Ended up getting an Orvis T3 9ft
7wt
mid flex. Love the rod, but had a problem with the line. Many
manufacturers
are making their lines a half weight too heavy, and I found that on a long
cast, the extra weight was a hindrance. Once I got an AFTMA conforming 7wt
line the rod really performed well, even at 60 foot and longer casts
(which
is why I bought the rod). I have never tried a St. Croix, not that I
wouldn't like to, but my local shop just doesn't carry them.

HTH,

Jim Ray
wrote in message
oups.com...
I know, I know, this is a stupid comparison, and a stupid post. The
Boron is twice as expensive. Their actions - while both med-fast - are
entirely different, and of course every fisherman will have his own
personal preference in any case. Finally, I'll be surprised if even a
few of you have actually had a chance to even lawn cast both, much less
fish them both. But for all that:

Anyone have any opinions on the 9' 5-wt Winston Boron IIx versus the
same-sized St. Croix Legend Ultra?

I have my own initial opinion. I'd just like to hear what anyone else
has to say. (Other than: "Idiot!")

Thanks, Tim