model number on st croix rods St. IS9010.4 Imperial Salt Fly Rod and a remarkable 10% average weight savings across the lineup Warranty & Registration – St.

Its lightweight design allows for a slower descent, which can be enticing for finicky fish

(be sure to buy either Shimano or CALS drag washer grease, i bought cals) These washers make your drag silky smooth (especially when you grease them) and increase the drag power too

The major difference in budget-friendly and expensive reels, however, is how that aluminum is molded into a fly reel

Its a lot of work, obviously, but are you after you finish this, are you thinking, man, a number two book would be cool

2 sizes in either vertical or horizontal orientation gives you the most options

Tomic also makes the Sonic flasher with the unusual washboard texture back