Temple Fork Outfitters Fly Rods
TFO rods address a broad range of fly fishing situations with a wide product selection that balances high performance with reasonable cost. Developed by Temple Fork Outfitters with guidance from well-known fly fishing professionals, these rods address the needs of anglers with all levels of experience from beginners to experts.
Temple Fork Outfitters fly rods are crafted from a variety of modern materials including graphite, carbon fiber, Kevlar and others in varying combinations, depending on the design and intended use of the rod.
There are 19 series of rods offered by TFO – 9 fast action, 6 medium-fast action and 4 medium action. Each is designed to meet a different need or set of fishing circumstances …show more content…
Presentation involves accuracy and how the fly and leader land on the water. This can be all-important when fishing for trout in a gin-clear stream. Distance refers to how far you can deliver your offering, which in some situations can be critical. Lifting describes the rod’s lifting power when fighting a hooked fish, which is especially important for big fish.
Each of the TFO product lines has a rating chart which shows the particular relative balance of these three factors for that line. This makes it easy for a buyer to “zero in” on a product based on the intended use of the rod.
For example, the BVK Series is a fast action rod designed to reduce weight while creating an aggressive blend of power and strength. This is an excellent rod for general–purpose use, and is designed primarily for presentation, and less for distance and lifting.
The Clouser Series is a multi-species fly rod that puts ”the ease” in casting weighted flies and sinking line. Anglers that use weighted flies or split shot for sub-surface fishing should find this series ideal. These rods are designed for presentation, with less emphasis on distance, and even less on
TFO rods address a broad range of fly fishing situations with a wide product selection that balances high performance with reasonable cost. Developed by Temple Fork Outfitters with guidance from well-known fly fishing professionals, these rods address the needs of anglers with all levels of experience from beginners to experts.
Temple Fork Outfitters fly rods are crafted from a variety of modern materials including graphite, carbon fiber, Kevlar and others in varying combinations, depending on the design and intended use of the rod.
There are 19 series of rods offered by TFO – 9 fast action, 6 medium-fast action and 4 medium action. Each is designed to meet a different need or set of fishing circumstances …show more content…
Presentation involves accuracy and how the fly and leader land on the water. This can be all-important when fishing for trout in a gin-clear stream. Distance refers to how far you can deliver your offering, which in some situations can be critical. Lifting describes the rod’s lifting power when fighting a hooked fish, which is especially important for big fish.
Each of the TFO product lines has a rating chart which shows the particular relative balance of these three factors for that line. This makes it easy for a buyer to “zero in” on a product based on the intended use of the rod.
For example, the BVK Series is a fast action rod designed to reduce weight while creating an aggressive blend of power and strength. This is an excellent rod for general–purpose use, and is designed primarily for presentation, and less for distance and lifting.
The Clouser Series is a multi-species fly rod that puts ”the ease” in casting weighted flies and sinking line. Anglers that use weighted flies or split shot for sub-surface fishing should find this series ideal. These rods are designed for presentation, with less emphasis on distance, and even less on