G Loomis

[Dakota]

Does anyone know anything about a G Loomis F783 rod. Its 6'6" 3wt rod. Seems like it would be perfect for small tight streams. Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks

[SaltH2oFly]

I have a 4wt from L.L. Bean - from what I understand, their rods are made by G.L. but maybe someone else can confirm that. Anyway - I love fishing smaller water with it. I think there are a lot of small brooktrout streams in NH that would be a blast to fish with a 3 wt.

[Steve H.]

I love G. Loomis rods and fish with my "classic" IMX all the time, but you might want to check out TFO's 6' 2-wt. I bought one last spring and had a blast fishing the small streams up in the Whites. Plus, it only cost me about $90. Can't find a Loomis for that price!

[fessiewig]

I've heard the TFO's hardware is, well shall we say, less expensive and doesn't last. From you're experience is that true. Also the cork is of a lesser grand and goes to hell after a few seasons of use.

I'd sure like to get one of their 10', 5wts, but am a little nervous.

[Dakota]

Thanks for the info guys. I also have a llbean rod and I love it, and fishing little streams with a nice light rod would be easier and alot of fun.

[Steve H.]

Regarding the TFO rods, I totally understand where you're coming from and obviously there are cost-cutting measures that keep the prices so low. I think the quality varies with the different "series" of rods that they offer. The more expensive rods (about $250, I think) seem to have better components and craftmanship than the "entry level" rods that go for under $100. I only own one TFO at this point and I bought it because it was the only 2 wt. I could find for under $300 or so. I spent about $90 and I feel I got my money's worth. The blank is decent, typical IM6 or so, which isn't the newest technology but is definitely serviceable, and the guides are just fine for the light fishing it's designed for. The reel seat is a different matter, but it's a concession I was willing to make. Basically for the amount of small stream fishing that I do, and the minimal load that this this type of fishing exerts on the rod, I'm not too concerned about the lesser-quality components. I think it's a perfectly adequate addition to my modest collection of fly rods - and most importantly, the rod is FUN to fish with!!!!