Orvis Encounter Fly Rod Outfit - Fishing Rod and Reel Combo Starter Kit

Brand: Orvis
Rod Length: 8 Feet
Color: Outfit
Item Weight: 1.7 Pounds
Material: Graphite, Fiberglass, or Composite

Customers find this fly rod and reel combo to be a great value for beginners, noting it's easy to learn on and performs well, with one customer saying it works as well as a $1,000 Orvis model. They appreciate its lightweight design that's easy to transport, and report success catching trout with no problems. The build quality receives mixed feedback - while some say it's sturdy enough for normal use, others report issues with the tip breaking off. The reel is made entirely of plastic, which some customers find disappointing.

4-PIECE KIT: This fishing kit includes a rod, reel, line, leader, and fly fishing accessories like a rod/reel case
READY-TO-FISH: This fly fishing kit includes the Encounter 8'6" 5-wt. rod, a size II Encounter reel, 5-wt. line, backing, 4X leader, and rod/reel case
5-YEAR GUARANTEE: Covered by Orvis's 5-Year, no-questions-asked guarantee
ENCOUNTER REEL: Fishing rod includes size II Encounter reel for all you need to start fishing today
PERFORMANCE & AFFORDABILITY: This fishing rod and reel kit has all the power and performance needed priced with frugality in mind for the ideal starter kit