On Mon, 17 May 2004 15:50:53 -0700, brians wrote:

Sam Sorem wrote:

I was wondering if anybody out there has any opinions on the Orvis line of
T3 Rods? I've made a couple of fly rods from Lamiglas and G. Loomis blanks
and they've turned out nice. If I put out the bucks for a T3 I'd like to
think I would see a noticeable difference.
I was also wondering what the reports are on the Battenkill Large Arbor
reels. I've got a Battenkill barstock III and really like it, and if I move
"up" to the LA again I'm hoping I would see a noticeable difference.
Thanks in advance for any replies.

I have 3 Battenkill LAs, so I guess you could say I like them. They have
been trouble free, with a smooth, reliable drag when needed. The price
is right too. My only knock is, they do not have a lot of backing
capacity. If you're going after hot fish, you might be off looking
elsewhere.

brians

Brians,

Orvis has some good stuff. They also have the Best return policy for
whatever you purchase. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed or your money
back.

Now to answer your question regarding the T-3 Rods. I personally
don't like them. You can purchase a Temple Fork outfit that includes
a reel for under 200.00 (USD). The rod is great, the reel is solid.
It's not the prettiest thing on the market (the reel), but it's
functional.

As per the reel... I tried the Orvis Barstock III and for the money,
I don't think it can be beat. It's tight and smooth and well, it's
just a nice all around reel.

Other great rods are, Sage, T&T, Loomis (the old GLX models), Scott
makes a few nice models for under $250.00 too.

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