stuhart Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 Hi there, In the market for a mid-range 5wt and looking for any recommendations? Currently looking at a G Loomis Pro 4X or Douglas DXF. Can't afford to go top end, even though I fish a lot. That said, saw a Sage One on sale for $700. Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BurningChrome Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 You're probably going to get 10 guys who own TFO rods tell you to get a BVK and same goes with other fly rod brands. But none of those people are you and might not have the same rod preferences. The better option is to go to one of the fly shops in Calgary and tell them your price range, where you plan on using it, etc. and they'll grab the rods that best match your criteria for you to test for yourself so you can pick the rod that best suits you. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highwaystreets Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 Currently in the process of deciding the same...... Also think the pro 4x looks solid. Just waiting to cast a couple first Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spurly Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 Sage One 5 wt. is on a clear out sale in the US now. North 40 outfitters has them on for $425 US Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocMcgillicuddy Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 The sage is on for 40% off at wholesale too I think right now. With Icast going on right now last years models should be coming up on sale all over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyTaylor Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 Bought a Pro 4X a few months ago. Really enjoying it and a huge step up from my previous rig. Definitely go cast several in your price range and see what you like. I brought my lined reel and also played around with 5/6 wt lines on the rods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dangus Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 There is a 9 foot 4 wt pro4x on sale at wholesale. I think it's 20 percent off. But I didn't ask. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EveretteD Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 I bought a 10' bvk for nymphig and lake fishing. I find it fantastic for the price. I say go for it. I'm looking to maybe get an 8wt. And it will probably be a bvk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angler Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 I have a 10' BVK specifically for chironomiding. Got it at dealer price. Works great. But I'd be hard pressed to pay full retail for it. I also have numerous Scott (SAS, G3, STS, SVS all older models) and Loomis (IMX, IM6, GLX, Pro4x) rods. There really is no comparison with any of these to a BVK Buy the 'best' you can afford at the time of the purchase. Then you won't question your decision later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darrinhurst Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 I'd take a solid look at the Orvis Recon. Heard it's a beaut! In the $5-600 range if I'm not mistaken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ÜberFly Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 I guess one needs to define what "mid-range" is, as far as cost!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Current Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 There's a Sage VXP listed in the Trading Post section. They're a very nice mid-range rod. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sage Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 You're probably going to get 10 guys who own TFO rods tell you to get a BVK and same goes with other fly rod brands. But none of those people are you and might not have the same rod preferences. The better option is to go to one of the fly shops in Calgary and tell them your price range, where you plan on using it, etc. and they'll grab the rods that best match your criteria for you to test for yourself so you can pick the rod that best suits you. BC is correct but I'd echo DHurst's suggestion and cast the Orvis Recon as one of the short list. Amazing rod for the dollar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TroutPanther Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Hi there, In the market for a mid-range 5wt and looking for any recommendations? Currently looking at a G Loomis Pro 4X or Douglas DXF. Can't afford to go top end, even though I fish a lot. That said, saw a Sage One on sale for $700. Thanks in advance. I've got the pro4x in a 4 weight and really like it for dry fly fishing. It's a sweet stick for the price. Have never cast the 5 weight. Their warranty program is a bit of a pain in the ass - when I bought I had a "wildcard", which was essentially a one-time no fault free of charge replacement guarantee. They discontinued the program (after I had bought!) and they didn't honour the wildcard. I had to pay a good chunk >$100 to get the rod fixed. So you would want to read up on whatever their current warranty program is. That said, it only broke because it got stepped on in the boat. I have broken my 6 weight bvk at least once in every section. It's now a Frankenstein of various blanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigFoamy Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 You're probably going to get 10 guys who own TFO rods tell you to get a BVK and same goes with other fly rod brands. But none of those people are you and might not have the same rod preferences. The better option is to go to one of the fly shops in Calgary and tell them your price range, where you plan on using it, etc. and they'll grab the rods that best match your criteria for you to test for yourself so you can pick the rod that best suits you. theres a reason why so many people have and like them, just saying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigFoamy Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 is 700$ a sale 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigFoamy Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 not even a tfo guy, I just think I'm smarter than i used to be. it really is a good rod though. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troutlover Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Hardy has a new rod out called the Jet. It is a softer action rod than a lot of these new expensive fast action rods. I think its a great rod but thats me many would hate it because they are not used to slowing down their cast and allowing the tip to load properly. The biggest pro to a slower action rod i find is you dont need to get 30' of line out the tip just to start to get a load. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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