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Worley Bugger Fly Co. Staff Gear Reviews |
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Gear Review #5-January 2007 |
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I would
like to present to you a great small stream dry
fly rod. Introducing the Scott “Fibertouch”
F601/3 which is a six foot rod rated for a one
thru four weight fly line. |
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This unique, four model fly rod collection is
manufactured to exacting specification on a
three piece rod blank. Unlike the majority
of fly rods of today’s generation, this
series is not built on a graphite shaft, but
rather Scott has chosen a whole different
material altogether: fiberglass.
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This certainly isn’t a new material as it
was the most common material before graphite
became commonplace in the manufacturing
process of today's high modulus composite
fly rods. Why use an outdated
material for rod construction? |
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Fiberglass exhibits characteristics much
closer to split cane or bamboo in that
the rod has a much slower action which
enables the caster to have better feel
and control over line, leader and fly. |
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Scott characterizes this series as
medium slow action and full flex, which
allows the angler pin-point accuracy and
control. |
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Other advantages are the hollow internal
ferrule system, arguable the most
advanced ferrule connection system
available anywhere. Alignment dots, and
natural blank finish complete the look
of the fibertouch series. |
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One feature I really appreciate is the cork
handle which maintains a bit more of
the traditional
history by using ring bands rather than
contemporary reel seats. This reduces
weight (a surprisingly light 1.7 ounces for
this model) and increases aesthetic
appearance. |
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So
what type of fishing application is this rod
good for? To satisfy my cravings I find
myself escaping to the smaller, lesser known
waters to find some solitude. In doing so,
I often sacrifice fish size for fish
quantity and scenery, a tradeoff I’m usually
willing to make. If you are completely
enthralled with fishing small streams for
wild trout well off the beaten path, this is
the rod for you. |
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In my
opinion, their are few ways to better spend a day
than by small stream fishing, chasing native
cutthroat trout with size-anything dry flies.
Fortunately we are blessed with this type of water
in the Yakima Valley as most of the streams
draining from the eastern parts of the Cascade
Mountains hold wild trout willing to pounce on a
dry fly from June to October. |
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Is this
rod for everyone? It certainly is not, just like
small stream fishing isn’t for everyone. However,
you may soon tire of watching a parade of drift
boats pound your favorite western water and
realize that sometimes fishing just isn’t about
catching numerous numbers of big trout.
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As you
look for secret places that satisfy your yearning
for catching wild trout in wild places, leave your
five weight club at home and grab a rod that is
both pleasurable to fish and will allow a 6 inch
“trophy” to account for itself…The Scott
Fibertouch. My favorite of the series is the F601-3. |
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Feel free to
contact me
or any member of the Worley Bugger Fly Co. staff with
any questions or comments regarding the Scott
Fibertouch Series of fly rods. |
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