Orvis TLS Power Matrix

The TLS Power Matrix is often overshadowed by its newer and more expensive sibling, the Helios; but the staff at The Patagonia Journal owns these rods, and uses them frequently. If you don't feel the need for a $700 fly rod, but want a precision built rod that works great with a reasonable price, this is a winner. It gives you more power with lighter materials, plus its special compound tapering means you get just the right amount of power where it's needed, and just the right amount of forgiveness and flex where you want it. Truly one of the best value, fine-casting, premium fly fishing rods on the market today. Built by experienced craftsmen in Manchester, Vermont, continuing a 150-year fly rod-building tradition. 25 year guarantee. Buy it direct from Orvis at this link:Orvis TLS Power Matrix Fly Rod

 Sage ZXL Fly Rods

The ZXL rods are significantly lighter, stronger and easier to cast for everyone who enjoys the relaxed casting rhythm of a smooth progressive taper. Through the miracle of our G5 process, we were able to remove every gram of unnecessary material from each blank and replace traditional glass hoop fibers with lighter, more responsive graphite. Buy yours directly from Fly Fish Express HERE