Jim Jones
Michael Pence wrote:
A "lurker" finally speaks up...
With this current thread, I just wanted to share word about a company that
is currently running a sale on TFO rods, named Discount Fishing Tackle
<http://www.fortackle.com/>. (I have no vested interest, but I buy a lot of
gear there). They offer free shipping, are very fast, offer great customer
service, and have the least expensive flies I've found (since I don't tie
any myself).
Temple Fork Outfitters rods on sale: Series One (two piece rods) $89.99 <http://www.discountfishinginc.com/Order/CategoryProductsStore.asp?CategoryS ystemId=49&ParentCategorySystemId=11>
Professional series (4 and 6 piece rods) $139.99 - $149.99 <http://www.discountfishinginc.com/Order/CategoryProductsStore.asp?CategoryS ystemId=51&ParentCategorySystemId=11>
TICR Series (top of the line 6 piece rods) $249.95 <http://www.discountfishinginc.com/Order/CategoryProductsStore.asp?CategoryS ystemId=52&ParentCategorySystemId=11>
They also have a good, monthly "specials" newsletter, with prices or items not otherwise shown on the website! Hope this helps someone! Michael
James, I know you are looking at a 3wt, but here is what I know about TFO. I used a 8 wt professional series on a recent bonefish trip. I was very happy with the way the rod performed, especially in 25 mph winds. Would I buy it again, you bet.
Last fall on our trip to Cabo, my good friend Richard Embry used a 10 wt TiCR and put some serious hurt on some large skipjacks. The TiCR series is a great saltwater rod with excellent lifting power. He really enjoyed the rod also.
I think TFO is one of the best bangs for the buck in fly fishing. There no fault warranty is $25.00. I wouldn't let the price of the rod sway your decision. From what I've read and heard, the folks that run TFO have some pretty deep pockets and are in this for the long haul. It was a real coup for them to have Lefty Kreh join them in helping design their rods. While I have Sage, Loomis and Orvis rods which I enjoy, I wouldn't hesitate to buy another TFO.
Post this same question at www.danblanton.com and you will get lots of good feedback on TFO rods.
Brian
