NormanMcLean Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 I'm thinking about picking up one of these wicked sticks. Either the 4wt 8'-6 mid flex or the 6wt 9'-6 tip flex. Anyone have any reviews? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheeler Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 Don't have one personally but the Hydros series has the same blanks, different components. Best to try it for yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theboy Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 I bought a 5wt 10' tip flex and love it.Tons of power and so light its not even there.Hard to justify the price to the wife though!If you ever coning into calgary let me know its in my car all the time and we could meet up down at the river and you could give it a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theboy Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 "Orvis used SIMILAR thermal technology to build the blanks of these rods as the Helios Fly Rods." Not exactly the same but the price is better,and I love the recoils I put them on all the rods I build now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eatsleapfishrepeat Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 fantastic rod i reccomend it 100% Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murray Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 I also have a 6 wt, tip flex. In my opinion, it is the nicest rod in my arsenal. Its already been mentioned before but talk about lightweight. I matched it up with a Lamson Lightspeed reel and I love it. If you can look past the price without having a heart attack, i promise you wont be dissapointed. Mine doesn't live in the car but if you sent me a note you would be more than welcome to take her down to the river for a day. All I need is the request. Murray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rufus28 Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 I have the 6wt 9' 6" tip flex. I went through about 5 rods and landed on this one. I am extremely happy with it. I have had a number of guides also cast it and said it is one of the nicest casting rods they have tried. I had to pry the rod out of one guys hand's. I put 7wt line on it and even with really bad arthritis in my shoulder I can throw line like there is no tomorrow. B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteZahut Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 I bought the 4wt 8'6 last summer and love it. Yes the price tag is a bit of a downer but for me it was a chance to treat myself to something special. I had a 5wt Orvis Clearwater before that so this was a pretty big step up in quality. Not one episode of buyer's remorse either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ÜberFly Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 I wouldn't be keeping your rod (or anything else for that matter) in my vehicle after some of the reports on here recently regarding vehicles getting broken into... It's way too much of a hassle on the back end if in fact if it was stolen!! But each to his or her own, I guess! P its in my car all the time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theboy Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 point taken....but then i cant go fishing on my lunch break. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ÜberFly Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 @ $800 +, I'd be keeping it with me (plus it's a great conversation starter on the elevator - especially if you are all geared up with waders and all! LoL ). P point taken....but then i cant go fishing on my lunch break. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishalot Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 I have 3 Orvis Helios rods, 4 and 5 wt mid flex and a 6 wt tip flex, all 9ft. I have been flyfishing for over 30 years, fished Sage, Loomis and earlier Orvis rods. IMHO there is no better rod than the Helios. Extremely versatile, effortless casting from dries to streamers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverDoctor Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 Good time to buy one with the dollar being close to the US Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pipestoneflyguy Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 I am considering a 7wt flex tip specifically for my CCI learning It was a little busy at the expo around the casting pond so I didn't get a chance to try it out - are one of the shops equiped so I can test it first, for that sized chunk of cheddar it seems prudent to at least try it out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eatsleapfishrepeat Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 Country pleasures has the Helios in most line weights. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locke Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 Good time to buy one with the dollar being close to the US Orvis will charge a flat 20% on any orders coming over to Canada, making buying local actually cheaper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ÜberFly Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 Simple... Don't order it direct from Orvis then! P Orvis will charge a flat 20% on any orders coming over to Canada, making buying local actually cheaper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pipestoneflyguy Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 Been looking around and the price in Calgary is pretty competitive - plus all the benefits of dealing with a local shop Now the big question - Are you really Locke, or are you the black smoke guy pretending to be Locke ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyfisher Posted March 20, 2010 Share Posted March 20, 2010 Wow! I can't imagine a single handed graphite rod from any manufacturer on the planet worth that kind of money. It better have an unconditional lifetime warranty against breakage and a prompt no shipping fee for repair or replacement service to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbowtrout Posted March 20, 2010 Share Posted March 20, 2010 Wow! I can't imagine a single handed graphite rod from any manufacturer on the planet worth that kind of money. It better have an unconditional lifetime warranty against breakage and a prompt no shipping fee for repair or replacement service to. How long will it take? We will return your fly rod to you, as good as new, usually in three to six weeks The Orvis Fly Rod 25-Year Guarantee Purchase an Orvis Helios, Zero Gravity, T3, TLS, Superfine (since 01/01/88), Clearwater, Clearwater II, or Custom fly rod and we will repair or replace it no matter what the reason, for a quarter of a century. Step on it, close the door on it, run over it with the car-it doesn't matter, we'll fix it. If we can't repair it, we'll choose a current fly rod of at least equal value to replace it. Your investment is assured for a nominal shipping and handling charge. http://www.orvis.com/intro.aspx?subject=446 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ÜberFly Posted March 20, 2010 Share Posted March 20, 2010 Interesting the Hydros isn't included in the 25 year Guarantee?! It's only a few $100s less!! P How long will it take? We will return your fly rod to you, as good as new, usually in three to six weeks The Orvis Fly Rod 25-Year Guarantee Purchase an Orvis Helios, Zero Gravity, T3, TLS, Superfine (since 01/01/88), Clearwater, Clearwater II, or Custom fly rod and we will repair or replace it no matter what the reason, for a quarter of a century. Step on it, close the door on it, run over it with the car-it doesn't matter, we'll fix it. If we can't repair it, we'll choose a current fly rod of at least equal value to replace it. Your investment is assured for a nominal shipping and handling charge. http://www.orvis.com/intro.aspx?subject=446 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPs Posted March 20, 2010 Share Posted March 20, 2010 As the Orvis Dealer in Alberta, we can guarantee that the Hydros has the 25 year guarantee. The Orvis Site has not been updated yet in their warranty section. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theboy Posted March 21, 2010 Share Posted March 21, 2010 Wow! I can't imagine a single handed graphite rod from any manufacturer on the planet worth that kind of money. It better have an unconditional lifetime warranty against breakage and a prompt no shipping fee for repair or replacement service to. I would have more regrets buying a cheap rod that doesnt preform like I want it to........I bought my rod at country pleasures and would buy another in a heartbeat..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverDoctor Posted March 21, 2010 Share Posted March 21, 2010 Well said, if you can afford it why not buy a quality product. I would have more regrets buying a cheap rod that doesnt preform like I want it to........I bought my rod at country pleasures and would buy another in a heartbeat..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NormanMcLean Posted March 22, 2010 Author Share Posted March 22, 2010 And I did...Just picked up a new 5wt 8'-6 mid flex. The price was a steal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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