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Wakeman · Fly Fishing Combos
Wakeman 3-Piece Collapsible Fly Rod and Reel Combo, 97 in
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- Item weight
- 2 Pounds
- Product dimensions
- 36.7 x 7 x 5.3 inches
Quick take
A collapsible 3-piece fly rod and aluminum reel that packs down to 33.5 inches for backpacking to remote streams.
This three-piece fly combo screws together to a 97-inch rod and breaks down to about 33.5 inches, so it packs easily for a hike to a trout stream. The rod blends fiberglass with a cork grip, and the aluminum reel can be set up for right or left hand retrieve. It comes with 45 feet of fly line, a 9-foot tapered leader, two dry flies and a zippered carrying case, which makes it a simple way for a beginner to try fly casting.
Best for
- Backpacking to streams in remote areas
- Anglers starting out with fly fishing
- Learning fly casting without a large setup
Skip if
- You need a rod that assembles without tools
- You prefer a graphite rod for distance
Strengths
- Breaks down to 33.5 inches, light enough for backpacking
- Comes with line and flies, ready to fish out of the box
- Ambidextrous reel works for left or right-handed anglers
Trade-offs
- Fiberglass rod is heavier and less sensitive than graphite
- Screw-together joints take time to assemble and disassemble
- Included 2 dry flies may not match local insects
Fishing fit
- Species
- Trout
- Bass
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
- Skill level
- Beginner
Specifications
| Type | fly rod and reel combo |
|---|---|
| Length | 97 in assembled, 33.5 in disassembled |
| Fly line | 45 ft |
| Leader | 9 ft tapered |
| Included | 2 dry flies, carrying case |
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