Products

Orvis Recon 4wt 8'6"

The Recon® 8'6" 4-Weight Fly Rod is ideal for freshwater trout fishing, offering precision and performance for small streams and tight spaces.

Recon® packs high-end performance into a rod made to be thrown in the back of a truck, strapped to a pack, or stowed in a floatplane pontoon. Using construction techniques inspired by our Helios™ series, we developed an incredibly durable rod series that delivers increased hoop strength for enhanced lifting power, pinpoint tracking for long casts, and smooth loading in close.

Recon is built to adapt—whether you’re tucking baitfish patterns up under mangroves or picking pockets in headwater creeks. No unnecessary flair, just relentless go-anywhere versatility, crafted in the USA by anglers who measure success by stories, not likes. Available in 13 new freshwater and six saltwater models.

• 8'6"" 4-weight 4-piece fly rod
• Ideal dry-fly rod for wade fishing with smaller flies
• Incredible durability that doesn’t compromise castability
• Black type III anodized aluminum reel seat hardware with hardwood insert 
• Chrome snake guides and stripping guide with SiC insert 
• Matte olive blank with honey accents
• Nylon-covered rod tube
• 25-Year Guarantee
  Made in USA

Recon 9' 4-Weight Fly Rod

The USA-made Recon 9' 4-Weight Fly Rod delivers finesse and power for trout anglers, perfect for light rigs and small dries.

Recon® packs high-end performance into a rod made to be thrown in the back of a truck, strapped to a pack, or stowed in a floatplane pontoon. Using construction techniques inspired by our Helios™ series, we developed an incredibly durable rod series that delivers increased hoop strength for enhanced lifting power, pinpoint tracking for long casts, and smooth loading in close.

Recon is built to adapt—whether you’re tucking baitfish patterns up under mangroves or picking pockets in headwater creeks. No unnecessary flair, just relentless go-anywhere versatility, crafted in the USA by anglers who measure success by stories, not likes. Available in 13 new freshwater and six saltwater models.

• 9' 4-weight 4-piece fly rod
• Ideal for extra tippet protection and delicate presentations with smaller flies, like PMDs and Olives  
• Incredible durability that doesn’t compromise castability
• Black type III anodized aluminum reel seat hardware with hardwood insert 
• Chrome snake guides and stripping guide with SiC insert  
• Matte olive blank with honey accents
• Nylon-covered rod tube  
• 25-Year Guarantee
• Made in USA  

Orvis Recon 5wt 9'0"

The Orvis Recon 9' 5-Weight Fly Rod delivers incredible durability and precision for freshwater fly fishing and chasing trout anywhere.

Recon® packs high-end performance into a rod made to be thrown in the back of a truck, strapped to a pack, or stowed in a floatplane pontoon. Using construction techniques inspired by our Helios™ series, we developed an incredibly durable rod series that delivers increased hoop strength for enhanced lifting power, pinpoint tracking for long casts, and smooth loading in close.

Recon is built to adapt—whether you’re tucking baitfish patterns up under mangroves or picking pockets in headwater creeks. No unnecessary flair, just relentless go-anywhere versatility, crafted in the USA by anglers who measure success by stories, not likes. Available in 13 new freshwater and six saltwater models.  

Specs

• 9' 5-weight 4-piece fly rod
• A true do-it-all freshwater rod—versatile enough to be a favorite among trout anglers everywhere.
• Incredible durability that doesn’t compromise castability
  
• Black type III anodized aluminum reel seat hardware with hardwood insert 
• Chrome snake guides and stripping guide with SiC insert 
• Matte olive blank with honey accents
  
• Nylon-covered rod tube
  
• 25-Year Guarantee
• Made in USA
  

Orvis Recon 9' 8-Weight Fly Rod saltwater

Built for saltwater action, this durable 8-weight delivers reliable performance for bonefish, stripers, and reds.

Recon® packs high-end performance into a rod made to be thrown in the back of a truck, strapped to a pack, or stowed in a floatplane pontoon. Using construction techniques inspired by our Helios™ series, we developed an incredibly durable rod series that delivers increased hoop strength for enhanced lifting power, pinpoint tracking for long casts, and smooth loading in close.

Recon is built to adapt—whether you’re tucking baitfish patterns up under mangroves or picking pockets in headwater creeks. No unnecessary flair, just relentless go-anywhere versatility, crafted in the USA by anglers who measure success by stories, not likes. Available in 13 new freshwater and six saltwater models.

Specs

• 9' 8-weight 4-piece fly rod
• Blue with light blue accents
• The ultimate rod for bonefish, redfish, and stripers—just add salt
• Incredible durability that doesn’t compromise castability
• Black type III anodized aluminum reel seat hardware with fighting butt
• Chrome snake guides and chrome stripping guide with SiC insert
• Matte blue blank with light blue accents
• Nylon-covered rod tube
• 25-Year Guarantee
• Made in USA

Orvis Recon Freshwater 9' 6-Weight Fly Rod

The Recon 9' 6-Weight Fly Rod offers precision and power for freshwater rivers and streams—ideal for casting foam dries and landing big trout.

Recon® packs high-end performance into a rod made to be thrown in the back of a truck, strapped to a pack, or stowed in a floatplane pontoon. Using construction techniques inspired by our Helios™ series, we developed an incredibly durable rod series that delivers increased hoop strength for enhanced lifting power, pinpoint tracking for long casts, and smooth loading in close.

Recon is built to adapt—whether you’re tucking baitfish patterns up under mangroves or picking pockets in headwater creeks. No unnecessary flair, just relentless go-anywhere versatility, crafted in the USA by anglers who measure success by stories, not likes. Available in 13 new freshwater and six saltwater models.

Specs

• 9' 6-weight 4-piece saltwater fly rod
• Ideal for tailing bonefish on skinny flats or casting streamers from the bow of a drift boat
• Incredible durability that doesn’t compromise castability
• Black type III anodized aluminum reel seat hardware with fighting butt
• Chrome snake guides and chrome stripping guide with SiC insert
• Matte blue blank with light blue accents
• Nylon-covered rod tube
• 25-Year Guarantee
• Made in USA