Everything has changed except the value. The new Clearwater Rod Series is a complete overhaul from the ground up by our Vermont rod designers. Each rod is designed with a purpose-built profile and action to handle the fishing the rod would be traditionally used for, from medium-action small stream rods to medium-fast freshwater rods and fast-action big game rods. Designed in Vermont for anglers worldwide.
Retail Value:$430.00
Maine author Lou Zambello is a former LLBean executive who has been a registered Maine Guide in the Rangeley, Maine area for many years. He is a Maine Sportsman columnist and has authored, many New England-based fly fishing books. Lou has been flyfishing in northern New England for 50 years and has traveled to Canada, Russia, and across the U.S. to pursue his passion. He speaks regularly at flyfishing forums and events around the country. Lou and his wife Lindsey spend the fishing season at their home on Kennebago Lake.
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Helios 3D Rod
Orvis designed the Helios 3D fly rod to cast at impressive distances without sacrificing power—and it hits the mark every time. They have reduced the variables at the point of release to focus the energy behind every cast. Increased hoop strength means reduced vibration for a consistently crisp release because they know accuracy is paramount. The H3D rod churns out precise casts that are the stuff of legend—because it’s the pinpoint delivery of flies that takes you from a quiet day on the water to battling predator fish ripping down the flats. Pushing through a gusty saltwater wind is no big deal—the Helios 3D has the power to get your fly there, and the accuracy to drop it right where you want it. Whatever the location, whatever the fish, the H3D is ready for it: Big rivers or saltwater, bonefish or bass—those accurate drops earn more bends in the rod, it’s as simple as that. Get the most accurate fly rod in existence and land more fish on every trip.
Retail Value $800.00
There are times when less is more—the new Mirage LT fly reel is everything its big brother is, but designed to balance perfectly with lighter rods and yet still offer legendary Mirage engineering and performance. Mirage LT features a lighter version of the sealed and maintenance-free carbon and stainless steel disc drag system that adjusts from zero to full drag in a single drag knob rotation. With zero start-up inertia and precise low-end control it eliminates line shock and protects light tippets with the same silky smooth drag, and yet offers more stopping power than you will ever need for trout, bass, pike, musky, or carp. 30% lighter and 30% narrower, the Mirage LT is made in New Hampshire by the same skilled American craftsmen that build the Mirage. The LT offers the same increased retrieve rates, reduction in line coil, and is machined from the same strong, yet lightweight, 6061 T6 aluminum barstock as the Mirage. Ergonomically designed, machined aluminum handle. Quick-release spool easily converts from left- to right-hand retrieve. Type II anodizing. Titanium shaft reduces weight and adds durable power transmission. Fully radiused reel foot prevents kinked leaders. Low-profile counterweight won't catch fingers or fly lines. In midnight with silver accents, olive with silver accents, and red/white/blue.
Made in USA.
Retail Value $480.00
Seasonal Rental in Rangeley
If you are traveling to the Rangeley area of Maine this year to fish, hike, ski, or enjoy the foliage and you need a place to stay, check our link to the Quilt House. Located in town with a short walk to downtown Rangeley, this newly renovated, spacious house offers 4 bedrooms, an open kitchen large living room, and a sitting room.