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Considering a second rod/reel #12008351 12/29/16 04:08 AM
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I currently own the TFO NXT in the 5/6 wt. I got it from Sierra Trading Post for $100. I love it.

Is the TFO NXT Series 2 they have for $140 a good choice for my first time Redfish or Speckled Trout fishing?
Is the Orvis Encounter 8 wt combo worth the $30 price increase over the NXT?

Thanks gents!

Re: Considering a second rod/reel [Re: KurtActual] #12009030 12/29/16 04:34 PM
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Hey Kurt, either one will be great. I'd just go for it with an 8 weight rod and reel.

Have fun!

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One thing I would consider is the warranty. I know TFO has a lifetime warranty on all their rods. I don't believe the encounter series gets the same warranty as Orvis's other rods; although Orvis does have some solid customer service.

Re: Considering a second rod/reel [Re: KurtActual] #12009881 12/30/16 01:17 AM
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orvis have 25 years warranty.
You gonna use same rod after 25 years?
If you break it then you have a great reason to get a new one haha...
btw love the orvis customer service!

Re: Considering a second rod/reel [Re: KurtActual] #12009898 12/30/16 01:23 AM
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You can get a Cabela's RL+ Combo 9' 8wt for $169.00 . I have it in 5 wt and love it !!

http://www.cabelas.com/product/cabela-s-rls-fly-combo/1555116.uts?destination=%2Fcatalog%2Fbrowse%2Ffly-fishing-rod-reel-combos%2F_%2FN-1102570

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Re: Considering a second rod/reel [Re: KurtActual] #12009909 12/30/16 01:28 AM
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I can't comment on either of the two proposed reels, but one thing to consider is that in saltwater you're much more likely to need a smooth, durable drag than in fresh, where the reel functions 99% of the time as a line holder. It may be worth investing there. I'm sure both rods are fine, though.

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Originally Posted By: Glitchmo
I can't comment on either of the two proposed reels, but one thing to consider is that in saltwater you're much more likely to need a smooth, durable drag than in fresh, where the reel functions 99% of the time as a line holder. It may be worth investing there. I'm sure both rods are fine, though.


Excellent point Glitchmo. I think Ive caught a total of two fish on the reel with my current set up.

Re: Considering a second rod/reel [Re: KurtActual] #12009953 12/30/16 01:47 AM
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Kurt, are you located anywhere near Dallas?


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Re: Considering a second rod/reel [Re: KurtActual] #12009998 12/30/16 02:09 AM
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I just bought my new Xmas present & since I am now completely hooked on chasing striper on the fly and after talking to both the guys at tail waters and at TFO I went with the TFO clouser series in an 8wt with a TFO 375 large arbor reel! This is my 5th TFO rod & reel and I LOVE all of them from my 0wt all the way thru my new 8wt! I sure wish they would add me to their new products field testing team! wink


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Originally Posted By: RexW
Kurt, are you located anywhere near Dallas?


No sir. Down in Cypress, TX. (NW Houston)

Re: Considering a second rod/reel [Re: Flying Fox] #12010295 12/30/16 04:36 AM
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Originally Posted By: Flying Fox
orvis have 25 years warranty.
You gonna use same rod after 25 years?
If you break it then you have a great reason to get a new one haha...
btw love the orvis customer service!


Except the one he is considering is exempt from that 25 year warranty...


Re: Considering a second rod/reel [Re: KurtActual] #12010405 12/30/16 08:12 AM
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Don't buy an Orvis Encounter for the salt water. My neighbor did and the guides and hardware rusted and fell apart.

Re: Considering a second rod/reel [Re: KurtActual] #12010762 12/30/16 03:41 PM
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I can't comment on the TFO as I don't own one, but I do have an 8 wt Encounter. I bought it not long after I started fly fishing and I wasn't impressed. It feels like casting a broom stick to me and it doesn't come with a 25 year warranty.

And I'm not an Orvis basher. I have a 5 wt Orvis Recon and a 7' 11" 8 wt and 9' 8wt Orvis Recon and love them. The guys at the Orvis store even told me the Encounter is not a very good setup.

If you're going for a good cheap 8 wt I would recommend the Echo Base 8 wt. It actually got good marks in the Yellowstone Angler 8 wt shootuout and at $99 it's a steal. You can get a complete Base outfit for $169 or upgrade to a Ross Eddy fly reel and Rio Mainstream fly line for $219 (no tax). I bought a 3 wt Echo base and a 6 wt Echo Carbon XL from reelflyrod.com, like to fish with them, and got excellent service.

If you just want to choose between the TFO and Encounter I would stay away from the Encounter. But that's just my opinion and it's free so take it for what it's worth.


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Re: Considering a second rod/reel [Re: KurtActual] #12012016 12/31/16 04:18 AM
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Thanks gents. j_hirn2, I'll look into the Echo. This isnt the first time Ive heard someone recommend it, so I guess I should do some research!

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I have Cabelas RLS 8wt that I wan't to sell or trade for a 4wt if your interested message me. Thanks

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