Trxstle offers innovative rod transport
After nearly 30 years of reviewing outdoor gear, I’ve seen far too many “new” product designs that merely make modest changes to a previous design. But once in a while,…
Orvis offers award-winning trout rod
In building the Helios 3 rod series, Orvis’ designers engineered a rod that damps tip vibrations without affecting the rod’s power and flex. It's earned Gear of the Year honors (Men's…
Fly Rods: Thomas & Thomas Avantt 590-4
The Thomas & Thomas Avantt is the lightest fast action rod I used in 2017, yet it also proved to be one of the strongest in terms of fighting power…