Built for those just starting their fly fishing adventures, the Encounter Fly Rod series combines state-of-the-art rod design with smooth, crisp performance—packaged with a large-arbor Encounter reel (size II), weight-forward floating 5-wt. line, backing, leader, and rod/reel case. The Encounter rod outfit is easily the best value in its class. The 9' 5-weight is the perfect backup for an experienced traveling angler or for a new angler who plans to spend most of their time on bigger trout waters.

Specs

• 4-piece fly rod outfit
• 9' 5-wt. is an ideal rod for bigger trout waters
• Smooth, crisp performance
• Includes size II Encounter reel, 6-wt. line, backing, 3X leader, and rod/reel case
• Rod backed by 5-year warranty
• Scientific Anglers fly line made in USA
• All other components imported