Orvis Encounter Rod/Reel Outfit

Instead of the term “entry level,” we prefer to describe our new Encounter rod outfits as “affordable awesomeness.” Built for the hardcore angler, yet priced with frugality in mind, the Encounter rod series combines state-of-the-art rod design with a smooth, crisp performance—packaged with a large arbor Encounter reel (size IV), weight-forward floating 8-wt. line, backing, leader, and rod/reel case. This solid 9′ 8-weight Encounter outfit has all the power and performance anyone could ask at a price that will have you wondering, what’s the catch? Backup or first big-game rod outfit, this is the finest you will ever buy at this price.

The Encounter 5-Wt outfits packaged with a large arbor Encounter reel (size II), 5-wt. line, backing, leader, and a rod/reel case. The 8’6″ or 9′ 5-weight is the best all-around freshwater rod for trout and light bass fishing and is considered to be the perfect first rod for any fly angler. Small streams, big rivers, or ponds and lakes, this new 5-wt. Encounter rod outfit is the perfect answer to the question, “What’s the first rod I should buy?”. The 8’6″ Encounter outfit is the rod our shop staff recommends above all when getting your kids into the sport.  It’s a rod they will likely never outgrow.

The Encounter 9′ 8 Wt. outfit is packaged with a large arbor Encounter reel (size IV), weight-forward floating 8-wt. line, backing, leader, and rod/reel case. This solid 9′ 8-weight Encounter outfit has all the power and performance anyone could ask at a price that will have you wondering, what’s the catch? Backup or first big-game rod outfit, this is the finest you will ever buy at this price.  It’s also the perfect backup compliment for when your traveling for saltwater species.

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