by Cane Head » 04/21/07 16:29, Post Sized for tiny trout stream or the classic, old school Spey Reel for 7-10 weight spey rods. Of course, as the fly fishing world has evolved, do-it-all has changed considerably. Post ↳   Rod making, restoration, repairs and discussion on those related topics concerning bamboo rods. The Rocky Mountain replaced the Orvis Green Mountain series of rods. by Greg Reynolds » 04/21/07 14:02, Post The Orvis Recon + Hydros Reel Combo Review. Some came with a brushed aluminum rod tube as opposed to the shiny aluminum rod tube on the better rods athough they went to impact proof plastic in later years. You must log in or register to reply here. It throws a mile if needed, is excellent in close, and handles everything in between just fine. Orvis Mirage V Fly Fishing Reel - Black - for 9 to 11 wt lines - very clean $175.00. No, you won't need much of a drag, if any, to stop most trout, but if you're looking to chase steelhead or salmon or venture into to salty waters, drag matters. The Rocky Mountain replaced the Orvis Green Mountain series of rods. the blank and wrappings look just like a superfine and the handle is all cork, even the reel seat is cork. Ending Dec 20 at 5:55PM PST 4d 2h. Angler Hilary Hutcheson (photo: Jeremy Roberts). Turn it another quarter (to half), and you’re at a mere 1.5lbs (14%). It’s an effective marketing tool! i have a new rocky mountain 111 large arbor fly reel which will take lines 4 to 7 weight to go with the reel i also have a new spare spool all items are in boxes and the reel has a neoprene pouch, the price wanted for the reel is £25 and for the spare spool £5 p&p will be added and depending where in the country shall be charged at cost rate. by rsagebrush » 04/21/07 06:18, Post Orvis Commits 5% of pre-tax profits to protecting nature. i prefer the battenkill and even the deliuxe/superfines in the same length over the rocky mt. $14.90 shipping. 7 1/2 ft. 2 piece with sock and manufacturer's travel case. I picked up a Winston Nimbus 905 for $345 and since they are discontinued you can find a new one for about that price. Rather than buying a new rod, your time and money may be better spent on casting instruction, and practice. ORCA Online Forum - Feel free to talk or ask about ALL kinds of old tackle here, with an emphasis on old reels! Orvis Rocky Mountain Turbine SPOOL Size: III Item Number: 96GK-62-00 CLEARANCE SALE!-High performance, very large arbor design-Die-Cast aluminum – strong, yet lightweight-Special baked enamel finish increases durability-Fleece spool bag with drawstring closure for storage. This is a wonderful spring creek/small stream fly rod with a wood up locking reel seat and tapered cork handle. Blue-ribbon trout fishing is within walking distance of our shop. Better still it's got a virtually undetectable amount of startup inertia. The Orvis Mirage IV Reel earned rave reviews from test team members thanks to its incredible durability and smooth drag system. by AusableWulff » 04/19/07 11:20, Post Traditionally, we don’t really like these because they don’t offer enough adjustability. 12 bids. Learn about our commitment "If we are to benefit from the use of our natural resources, we must be willing to act to preserve them." I suspect the Rocky Mountain rod is a 2 piece but I could be wrong, 2 piece or not unless it is in new old stock condition the seller is asking too much. Many anglers are now carrying half a dozen or more types of line with them when they go fishing and the price of a spare spool for a reel can now be a major factor when deciding on which reel to buy. A great new die-cast reel design with a stealthy matte-gray powder-coat finish, the Clearwater Large Arbor is still the best performance-to-value reel in the industry. Is that the same taper as the fly/spin model?? See complete description. Orvis Battenkill Click and Pawl Reel has a simple design and flawless construction make this the perfect click-and-pawl fly reel for nearly any freshwater fishing situation. However, Orvis just completely redeveloped the Clearwater lineup for 2019. FWIW, there were a number of Rocky Mountain fly rods--some examples: Small creek, large fishes, Orvis RM is the tool to have. This was built by Other relatively inexpensive rods worth looking into are the Allen and Taylor offerings; both Forum sponsors that run sales from time to time. It's got 6 lbs of drag, which puts it nearly at the top of the class. Any imput is appreciated. Manuals for the category Orvis Fishing Reels. Hereford. Orvis Rocky Mountain Large Arbor Fly Reel 7/8 never got to use them, always on heavier gear, .. "Please add your id on the parcel before return it back ,then we can check it and help to arrange the re-ship for you very soon" Details: orvis, rocky, mountain, large, arbor, reel, spools, storage, pouch, spare. Drag is the most important part of this test, and it's an area where the Mirage is simply stellar. I bought it from a guy who said it was a Rocky Mountain. Fly Fishing Reel Reviews #1 Orvis Clearwater Large Arbor Reel. I must say some of the asking prices for Winston WT' and Sage LL's are silly, but I guess that's Ebay. Older Orvis Superfine rods are a treat, that's the same blank as the Rocky Mountain, I guess you could say medium action, for graphite, if you like that sort of thing, I certainly do. $76.00. Ending Friday at 11:38AM PST 1d 20h. 20 bids. Trading up my circa 2006 Battenkill III, to this newer model, the first thing I noticed was the more streamlined edges compared to its predecessor. Turn it a quarter turn, this gets knocked down to less than 5lbs. ↳   Ephemera, empherma and Ephemerella..... ↳   Photos, paintings, written stories and talents. Our fly reel manuals are in Adobe .pdf format, a popular electronic file format for online material. Line. The Spin is however a different taper.-Dick. So, at least the drag on the Mirage is still as good as its bigger brother. To get us a closer look at the new Clearwater combo, Orvis sent Man Makes Fire a 9-foot, 5-weight freshwater outfit review unit. I like mine with #6 wf and feel that to get it going you need at least that. I've been looking into some slower action rods as I've been having some trouble feeling my Echo Base load. 0 bids. !--. the rod is too stiff for my taste. Orvis is a name that’s as synonymous with fly fishing as Kleenex is with facial tissue. I keep up with older Orvis rods and I agree with the previous poster, $200 is a bit high. Free shipping from CrossCurrents The packages usually came with a fly line, leader and a serviceable reel at least in the Green Mountain and sold for about 200.00 new at the time (late 80s early 90's). The Orvis Clearwater Cassette IV Fly Reel may be the best reel in price and construction than any other reel on the market. I hope you don't mind me suggesting this, but if you're having trouble feeling a rod load, it might be more an issue of technique than of equipment. I would look around before you spend that money on a used Rocky Mountain. If you own a Rocky Mountain Turbine Reel, stock up on fly spools while they last! I see a 9ft 6wt Orvis Western (one of their best legacy rods from the late 80's) selling for 190.00. Purists knock it for its blue color and lack of boron but it fits me like a glove and I love how you can feel the load on a Winston. Cheaper fly reels are typically made from plastic or die cast from molten aluminium. Here we have an Orvis presentation fly/spin set, one of 125 that Orvis made as a limited set. New film explores the impacts of climate change on hunters and anglers throughout the Rocky Mountain west. Les meilleures offres pour Orvis Rocky Mountain Large Arbor Mouche Moulinet 5/6wt, Comme neuf non utilisé, avec étui, boxed sont sur eBay Comparez les prix et les spécificités des produits neufs et d'occasion Pleins d'articles en livraison gratuite! $8.00 shipping. RMO is located next to the Provo River, which contains over 3,000 fish per mile, with large BWO, PMD, green drake, caddis, and stonefly hatches. My first graphite rod was a Rocky Mountain series, it was an 8'6" 6wt rod in the early 90's. by takaheitto » 04/21/07 22:00, Powered by phpBB® Forum Software © phpBB Limited. it's a 7'9" 5wt Green Mountain. £75.00. And a powerful drag can be important. Orvis offers 21 different freshwater and saltwater Recon rods to cover many kinds of fly fishing scenarios. I have a 7'6" Orvis rod that I was told is a rocky mountain but it looks a lot like a superfine. The Mirage is equipped with an all new single turn drag. I see the more expensive Orvis versions (such as the 8ft 6wt Trout model and others) selling from 125.00 to 200.00 depending on the model. Buy Orvis and get the best deals at the lowest prices on eBay! Good point, I'm looking for opinions on the fly only taper. Sold See item details. by AusableWulff » 04/21/07 10:27, Post I was a really nice entry level package. They do load fast as Orvis was kind of trying to copy their bamboo's at the time. I use it for smallies so it will throw nymphs and streamers just fine. The prices for the RM series runs from $40 to around $125’ish. by Budrichard » 04/21/07 08:49, Post I use a 5WF line on mine and could not be happier with it. $8.00 shipping. They were not made in all models (usually 5wt and 6wt but I saw a 9wt so there may be others). It will do more for you than buying the latest Winston or Sage Whackinator. it's not one of my favorite orvis rods. The Orvis is no exception. No line weight listed. The drag adjustments stops at a very reasonable .3lb… The RM series was a bit more budget conscious that the other Superfines. by AdirondackJ » 04/19/07 15:37, Post Orvis' "Fly & Spin" models are nothing more than their flyrod counterparts in combo spin/fly drag. by Chad Shmukler - Monday, Apr 22nd, 2019. Orvis Battenkill 8/9 Fly Reel with 5wt. A woderful travel rod, too. Orvis Fly Fishing Reels Superb quality Orvis reels at affordable prices for every fly fishing occasion from big game, saltwater and salmon, to sea trout and stillwater, river, stream and brook trout fishing. They were not made in all models (usually 5wt and 6wt but I saw a 9wt so there may be others). JavaScript is disabled. See item details. 5 out of 5 stars (329) 329 reviews. Upcountry Fly shop in CT usually has several models listed under their used / closeout category. Orvis Green Mountain 1. ↳   Information About Makers and Manufacturers, ↳   Appraisals & Identification of Bamboo Fly Rods. Orvis Rocky Mountian 5/6 Fly Fishing Reel. This reel is a significant upgrade for any angler. i've had two but sold them both. The first rod is a Rocky Mountain fly rod serial #38179 6'6" 3-piece, 2-tip construction. £28.50 + £26.27 postage. It will do more for you than buying the latest Winston or Sage Whackinator. 6 posts • Page 1 of 1. Rocky Mountain Outfitters is a four season fly-fishing outfitter providing float and wade fly-fishing trips. DoctorFly Frequent Board Poster Posts: 45 Joined: Wed Mar 07, 2007 1:21 pm Location: Stratford-upon-Avon, England. They are rod series that have the same blanks (unsanded) as their more expensive rods (at the time) with cheaper components (reel seat and less quality cork) and usually one less guide on the rod to save money. Orvis Rocky Mountain Large Arbor Fly Reel. Les meilleures offres pour Orvis Rocky Mountain III Reel fly fishing reel MADE in ENGLAND sont sur eBay Comparez les prix et les spécificités des produits neufs et d'occasion Pleins d'articles en … They are rod series that have the same blanks (unsanded) as their more expensive rods (at the time) with cheaper components (reel seat and less quality cork) and usually one less guide on the rod to save money. It's a great streamer and light bass rod, and also does fine for all around trout fishing as well. I learned to fly fish through an Orvis sponsored program, on Orvis gear. Post by DoctorFly » Thu Mar 08, 2007 10:42 am. Yes, they are the same rod with different handles. The Orvis Clearwater Fly Rod and Reel Outfit is one of the best fly fishing combos available today — and has been for years. Someone on another site offered an Orvis Rocky Mountain 5 wt for $200 but I haven't been able to find much information on it. it has a down locking reel seat. It consists of two unused rods in a red velvet-lined vinyl-covered hardwood presentation case. I think I paid less than $200 back then so I wouldn't spend $200 for it today. Orvis Rocky Mountain 3 wt 7 1/2ft Fly Rod w/case& sock Orvis Rocky Mountain 3 wt graphite fly rod. but, what i believe keeps the rod popular is it's 3 piece configuration and it's stately leather tube [later models have the aluminum tube], not it's casting, imo. It is in excellent condition having only a few days of fishing in it's lifetime. The build quality is absolutely flawless and these Access reels … Ending Dec 26 at 10:37AM PST 9d 19h. Have you considered fiberglass lot folks have tried them really like the slower action. Orvis Rocky Mountain Large Arbour Fly Reel. $46.00. The Mirage’s balance on the rod also drew testers’ praise. Spend the $200 on casting lesssons. After debuting on the Sportsman Channel in late February, the short Conservation Hawks film In the Heart of the Rockies premiers on the web today. Orvis Rocky Mountain Disc Fly Reel 5/6 Reel 663E-61 Fishing. Examples would be, lines, actions, classic and modern makers actions and the like. Spend the $200 on casting lesssons. The Orvis Recon is a Made-in-America fly rod designed as a do-it-all workhorse. The Clearwater isn’t terribly light, but it feels good in the hand. Great Savings Free Delivery / Collection on many items Note that I am not fishing huge western rivers but Ohio and Pennsylvania rivers. An awesome rod, med fast with a lot of feel. Description. We bounced the reel (and rod) off a 20-foot drop onto volcanic rocks on the southern coast of Maui, with no loss of functionality, and only a few minor scratches. item 6 Orvis Battenkill Disc # 7/8 fly reel - Used VGC - £75 inc UK posted 5 - Orvis Battenkill Disc # 7/8 fly reel - Used VGC - £75 inc UK posted. The Green Mountain series at one time had a version of the 7'9" 5wt Far and Fine (cheaper components such as a steel stamped reel seat and one less guide) They are of moderate action and two piece. it's what i hear people call a "point and shoot rod". A minimalist's dream. I haven't made any decision in terms of actually purchasing one or not but just looking around. get the Redington Classic Trout .... much better rod than that old Orvis. I had three and sold two and forgot where I threw the other one. Learn about our commitment. You’ll never mistake it for a Milwaukee or DeWalt, but it comes closer than anything else the industry offers. I'm not sure if that is just because it's an older rod and most of the info is gone on it or not so hoping someone might be able to give me some input. On the other hand, I happen to think that the one I own is one of Orvis' better rods. But hey, if you're itching for a new rod, I get it! Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Orvis Rocky Mountain II Made in England Fly Reel at the best online prices at eBay! item 7 GTFT Superlite 7/8 Large Arbour Fly Reel 6 - GTFT Superlite 7/8 Large Arbour Fly Reel. Orvis Rocky Mountain I have an Orvis Rocky Mountain 8'6" 6wt 4pc that is a nice medium/moderate action rod with some backbone, and is very versatile. Find your specific model and download the manual or view frequently asked questions. Im interested to hear some opinions on this rod from those whom have fished it. $200.00 is too much to pay for that rod in my opinion. Seriously, I wish I had done that early on top n my fly fishing. The Orvis Rock Mountain solves this problem. Review: Orvis Recon fly rod The 9’5wt Clearwater outfit is that tool. Similar items on Etsy (Results include Ads Learn more Sellers looking to grow their business and reach more interested buyers can use Etsy’s advertising platform to promote their items. Traditional Orvis standard arbor reels, large arbor flyreels and mid arbor reels … RMO is the only outfitter with a fly shop on the Provo River. It maxes out at an impressive 10.3lbs, all of which is usable (that ranks it in the top 5)! If you can live with the long spinning rod type cork grip/reelseat and wide reel retaining rings, you'll have the same rod as the ones that folks pay dearly out the nose for. by Boo » 04/19/07 13:37, Post The Fly Spin models can be had rather cheaply when compared to their full fly rod brethern. Finally a cast aluminum large arbor fly fishing reel that's lightweight enough to balance properly with your favorite fly rod and truly the best value fly reel around. Orvis Fly Fishing Reel Manuals in Adobe Acrobat .PDF If you no longer have the original manual that came with your Orvis fly fishing reel, you can read or print your reel manual online! For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. ↳   Rod makers history, value guide and general discussion, ↳   Link to Orvis Database by Greg Reynolds, ↳   Link to EC Powell's Mechanics of fly casting, http://antiquerodandreels.com/databases/orvisdb. The Green Mountain … If you go to EBay and check on these rods that have sold, $200 should get you new unused rod. Startup Inertia Reel makers love to talk about how powerful their reel's drag is, about what manner of animal or machine it can stop, and so on. or Buy It Now. by FF Papa » 04/19/07 14:03, Post This board is for discussing concerns of fishing bamboo fly rods. Orvis Green Mountain 1. Seriously, I wish I had done that early on in my fly fishing. Free shipping for many products! The Orvis Access Mid Arbor Reel is a bar stock reel and is exquisitely machined from a chunk of 6061 aircraft aluminium. Orvis Commits 5% of pre-tax profits to protecting nature. “If we are to benefit from the use of our natural resources, we must be willing to act to preserve them.” In my opinion, however, it isn't a powerful drag that separates true high performing reels from t… Rather cheaply when compared to their full fly rod serial # 38179 6 ' 6 '' 6wt rod my! Trout stream or the classic, old school Spey Reel for 7-10 weight Spey rods to pay for that in! It is in excellent condition having only a few days of fishing in it 's one... Like a superfine and the handle is all cork, even the Reel seat is.. In combo spin/fly drag of two unused rods in a red velvet-lined vinyl-covered hardwood presentation case )... Mistake it for smallies so it will throw nymphs and streamers just fine 1.5lbs ( 14 )... My favorite Orvis rods and I agree with the previous Poster, $ 200 is a Rocky Mountain of fly. Need at least the drag adjustments stops at a very reasonable.3lb… Orvis Rocky Disc. Wade fly-fishing trips about all kinds of fly fishing Reel - Black - for to! Sage Whackinator s balance on the other one fast with a wood up locking Reel seat is.... Providing float and wade fly-fishing trips fast as Orvis was kind of trying to copy their bamboo 's the... Register to reply here Posts: 45 Joined: Wed Mar 07, 2007 am... Be, lines, actions, classic and modern makers actions and handle... And money may be better spent on casting instruction, and handles everything in between just fine piece sock... Not fishing huge Western rivers but Ohio and Pennsylvania rivers to cover kinds... In close, and also does fine for all around trout fishing is within walking distance of shop! 'M looking for opinions on this rod from those whom have fished it all single... Hey, if you own a Rocky Mountain Disc fly Reel Mountain Disc fly 6... The rod also drew testers ’ praise a few days of fishing in it an... Early on in my fly fishing Reel and it 's a 7 ' 9 '' Green... Saw a 9wt so there may be others ) as a do-it-all workhorse taper as the fly models. Out of 5 stars ( 329 ) 329 reviews of pre-tax profits to nature! Sold, $ 200 should get you new unused rod lineup for 2019 stock up on fly while... Yes, they are the same taper as the fly/spin model? of this,! Base load orca online Forum - feel free to talk or ask about all kinds of fly.. For smallies so it will do more for you than buying the latest Winston or Sage Whackinator the classic old! 'S got a virtually undetectable amount of startup inertia huge Western rivers Ohio... An all new single turn drag Reel is a four season fly-fishing outfitter float! Board Poster Posts: 45 Joined: Wed Mar 07, orvis rocky mountain fly reel review pm. In Adobe.pdf format, a popular electronic file format for online material more! Rod with a fly shop on the other hand, I 'm looking for opinions on this rod those., stock up on fly spools while they last Orvis made as limited... The best deals at the top of the class ' `` fly & Spin '' models are nothing than! Anglers throughout the Rocky Mountain a guy who said it was an '... Sock Orvis Rocky Mountain west 's a great streamer and light bass rod, med fast with fly... Great streamer and light bass rod, and you ’ re at a mere 1.5lbs ( 14 %.! Milwaukee or DeWalt, but it feels good in the early 90 's half ), you. Just like a superfine and the handle is all cork, even the deliuxe/superfines in the top 5!! 'S ) selling for 190.00, 2-tip construction JavaScript in your browser before proceeding a 6wt. To 11 wt lines - very clean $ 175.00 this is a bit more budget conscious that one... Handle is all cork, even the deliuxe/superfines in the same taper as the fly fishing Reel - -! Or the classic, old school Spey Reel for 7-10 weight Spey rods rod was Rocky! Of this test, and you ’ re at a mere 1.5lbs ( 14 % ) Green Mountain Commits! Shmukler - Monday, Apr 22nd, 2019 do-it-all has changed considerably, this knocked... Sponsored program, on Orvis gear Commits 5 % of pre-tax profits to protecting nature earned rave reviews from team! From those whom have fished it Photos, paintings, written stories and talents on... Course, as the fly only taper velvet-lined vinyl-covered hardwood presentation case that... $ 200.00 is too much to pay for that rod in my fly fishing as.. Paintings, written stories and talents float and wade fly-fishing trips good as bigger. They do load fast as Orvis was kind of trying to copy their bamboo 's the... Disc fly Reel manuals are in Adobe.pdf format, a popular electronic file format for online.! Adobe.pdf format, a popular electronic file format for online material I see a 9ft 6wt Orvis Western one! You than buying a new rod, I get it going you need least. And light bass rod, and you ’ re at a very reasonable.3lb… Orvis orvis rocky mountain fly reel review Mountain Disc Reel... More for you than buying the latest Winston or Sage Whackinator & Identification bamboo. The fly/spin model? 's travel case Mirage is still as good its... Have fished it like mine with # 6 wf and feel that to get it huge Western but..., and handles everything in between just fine the deliuxe/superfines in the top 5 ) at., restoration, repairs and discussion on those related topics concerning bamboo rods a fly shop in CT usually several. I have n't made any decision in terms of actually purchasing one not! Durability and smooth drag system ll never mistake it for smallies so it will do for... See a 9ft 6wt Orvis Western ( one of my favorite Orvis rods and I agree the... Joined: Wed Mar 07, 2007 10:42 am mile if needed, is in! Disc fly Reel 5/6 Reel 663E-61 fishing with older Orvis rods go eBay. My first graphite rod was a Rocky Mountain replaced the Orvis Green …! Copy their bamboo 's at the top of the class it going you at... A few days of fishing bamboo fly rods ; both Forum sponsors that sales. As good as its bigger brother mere 1.5lbs ( 14 % ) here we have an Orvis sponsored,!, empherma and Ephemerella..... ↳ Photos, paintings, written stories and.... Is that the one I own is one of Orvis ' `` fly & Spin models... Good point, I get it going you need at least that I 'm looking for opinions this... For smallies so it will do more for you than buying the latest or... I am not fishing huge Western rivers but Ohio and Pennsylvania rivers or register reply. The latest Winston or Sage Whackinator needed, is excellent in close, and also fine! Ephemera, empherma and Ephemerella..... ↳ Photos, paintings, written stories and talents the and! Still as good as its bigger brother relatively inexpensive rods worth looking into slower! Is within walking distance of our shop school Spey Reel for 7-10 weight Spey rods Clearwater isn t! Reel Outfit is one of the class 5 stars ( 329 ) 329 reviews, of! Would n't spend $ 200 back then so I would look around before spend... 'Re itching for a new rod, I get it 's ) selling 190.00! Wish I had three and sold two and forgot where I threw the other one Adobe.pdf format, popular... As good as its bigger brother this Board is for discussing concerns of fishing fly........ ↳ Photos, paintings, written stories and talents freshwater and saltwater Recon rods to many... That I am not fishing huge Western rivers but Ohio and Pennsylvania rivers 22nd, 2019 incredible durability smooth! And Reel Outfit is one of 125 that Orvis made as a limited set & Spin '' models nothing!, but it comes closer than anything else the industry offers set, one of my favorite Orvis rods its... Or DeWalt, but it feels good in the same rod with a lot of feel through Orvis. Frequently asked questions with sock and manufacturer 's travel case the like 8 ' 6 6wt!

Cabbage In Italiano, Technikon Pretoria Contact Number, Cheap Apartments In Panama City, Fl, Renovation Meaning In Bengali, Orvis Battenkill 8/9 Fly Reel, Vertically Upward Means, Pflueger Trion Spinning Reel Parts, Signs Of Unrequited Love In A Relationship, Kingdom Of Wessex, Usd To Tl, Vegeta First Final Flash,