Helios 2 4-weight 9' Fly Rod—Tip Flex
Details
Is the 4-weight 9' Helios 2 a small-stream rod? Is it made for larger streams and drift boat trips? Is it for dry flies? Nymphs? Streamers? The answer to all of the above is, simply, yes. It's a rod built for whatever situation in which you might need it. Versatile, powerful, and alarmingly accurate, this fast-action 4-weight will become a valuable member of your fishing family, if only you'll let it. Do yourself a solid and get one. Proudly made in Manchester, Vermont.
Why would we take the world's best fly rod and change it? The answer is simple. We're driven by constant improvement. Put this rod in your hands and feel the rush. You'll completely understand.
20% stronger than the original Helios 20% lighter in hand 100% increase in tip-impact strength Fine-tuned tapers for unrivaled tracking, accuracy, and lifting power
Reviews
Overall:
5.0 / 5 based on
3 reviews
2 of 3 reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
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5/5
Sweet 4-weight - 1/27/2015
By: 4WDFlyfisher from Ostrander, OH
Top 100 ContributorI get to cast a lot of rods -- I love the experience of casting a fly line -- and bought the 4-wt as a result of the casting and fishing pleasure provided by the 5-wt. I like to pair it with the new CFO II spun up with a Hydros 3-D WF4F line. The 4-wt and 5-wt combined can cover a lot of fresh-water fishing. And, as they say, if you can do it with a 4-weight, do it with a 4-weight. (Of course, I'm also planning to add the 8-wt.... It's an addiction.)
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5/5
Not too Fast - 11/30/2014
By: Flyfishmatt from New HampshireSome reviews have pegged the tip flex 9 footer as overly fast. I disagree. It is nearly perfect. It performs well at all distances for a 4wt. I was able to easily push it out to 70 yards with ease. Although it performed best at 50 or less yards (it s not a five weight), it did it all with little effort. This is a rod you can cast all day and love every minute. Coupled with an Orvis Access mid-arbor II, the rod and reel weigh less than 7 ounces. I was a died in the wool Sage/Winston guy up to now but this rod is the real deal!
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5/5
Excellent Choice!!!!! - 6/12/2014
By: CentralCoastTroutBUM from San Luis Obispo, CAI have been using this rod for the past year and I have to say that it has met every expectation that I could have. I fish a wide diversity of fisheries from the swift deep pools of the Kern River to gin clear waters of the Green River and this rod continues to deliver. It's lightweight and well balanced which makes it a phenomenal choice when conditions call for a long day of double hauled precision casting. It also makes a great choice for when deep pool nymphing is a must. It also has a great backbone for those broad backed bows that scream out line and sensitive enough to enjoy the fight from a 10' brook. Overall: It is a great rod and you will NEVER find a company with better customer service!!!!
Awards
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Best in Class, as judged by the Gear Institute, 2012 |
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Recipient of an Editor's Choice Award from Fly Fusion magazine, 2012 |
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Winner of Fly Fisherman magazine's Best New Rod Series award, 2013 |
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Winner of Men's Journal Gear of the Year Award, 2012. |
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Winner of American Angler's Gear of the Year Award as one of the best new fly-fishing products chosen by the magazine's editorial staff. |
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Recipient of "Recommended for 2013" award from Trout & Salmon magazine. |
