Encounter 5-weight 9' Fly Rod Outfit

This 5 wt. affordable fly rod is a great choice for bigger trout water.

• Built for the hardcore angler yet priced with frugality in mind
• 9’ 5-wt
• 4-piece
• Smooth, crisp performance
• Packaged with a large arbor Encounter reel, weight-forward floating line, backing, and leader

Instead of “entry level,”, we think of our Encounter rod outfits as “affordable awesomeness.”. The 9' 5-weight Encounter rod outfit is the answer to the question, "What's the first rod I should buy?" Ideal as an all-around rod and for bigger trout water, the 9' 5-weight Encounter rod outfit is the best value-priced outfit of its kind.

Echo Lift Kit  Outfit 8wt 9'0"

Based on the legendary performance of the Echo Base, the Echo Lift still features the same incredible performance which with a few improvement to the graphite and line.  Every guides backup rod and many anglers beer budget or first rod.

Includes: Rod, reel, line, and case

• Four piece travel design
• Action:  Medium Fast
• Tube:  Fabric-covered rod case & sock
• Guides: Chrome guides
• Grips:  Features two grip styles
• Reel Seat:  Black anodized seat
• Warranty

Orvis Clearwater 3wt 10'0" Nymph Outfit

Here at Raft and Fly we have put together the perfect euro nymph outfit that will help you hit the water running.  The Orvis Clearwater 3wt 10'0" is quickly becoming one of our best selling euro nymph rods and for good reason.  With unmatched quality and performance at a price point that will leave you with enough money to spend.  The Orvis Clearwater touts an ultra sensitive tip. 

Line:  Paired with the Orvis Tactical Nymph line.  The perfect line for all European nymphing techniques, including Czech, Spanish, and French nymphing. Smooth coated line with AST patented dry-slick technology provides continual line protection and slickness. Dual welded loops for easy, seamless connection to backing and leader.

Reel:  To complete the perfect outfit, add the Orvis Battenkill Disc II Click Pawl.  Affordable but reliable and tough enough to with stand the worst abuse.  Voted most likely at our shop to with stand the test of time with Battenkills in our own quivers passed down from the generation before us.

Echo Ion XL 6wt 10' Single Hand Spey Outfit with OPST accoutrements

The Echo Ion XL has long been one of our favorite medium fast action rods on the market at an incredible price.  With a fuller flex and plenty of reserve power the 6wt 10' makes for the perfect single hand spey rod.

What's included:

Rod: Echo Ion XL 6wt 10' - 6100 rod

Commando Head: Options Integrated vs. Non Integrated:

1. OPST Commando 250 grain non integrated head
2. OPST 250 grain Commando Smooth integrated head

Running Line: OPST 35lb Lazar (included with non-integrated head only)

Tips: 2 xMicro Skagit Tips

1. Float 7.5' 50 grain
2. Run (S4) - 7.5',  60 grain

Reel - 2 Options:

1. Echo Ion 6/7wt
2. Orvis Battenkill Disc III 5/7wt

Echo Ion XL 5wt 10' Single Hand Spey Outfit with OPST accoutrements

The Echo Ion XL has long been one of our favorite medium fast action rods on the market at an incredible price.  With a fuller flex and plenty of reserve power the 6wt 10' makes for the perfect single hand spey rod.

What's included:

Rod: Echo Ion XL 5wt 10' - 5100 rod

Commando Head: Options Integrated vs. Non Integrated:

1. OPST Commando 225 grain non integrated head
2. OPST 2225 grain Commando Smooth integrated head

Running Line: OPST 35lb Lazar (included with non-integrated head only)

Tips: 2 xMicro Skagit Tips

1. Float 7.5' 50 grain
2. Run (S4) - 7.5',  60 grain

Reel - 2 Options:

1. Echo Ion 6/7wt
2. Orvis Battenkill Disc III 5/7wt

Echo TR2 3wt 11'0" Trout Spey Outfit

Choose between two lines systems, Orvis Mission or OPST Skagit.

Here at Raft and Fly we have spent hundreds of hours researching the perfect line setups for each two hand rod we carry.  The Echo TR2 is no exception, and frankly it is an absolute blast to swing!

The Echo TR2 4wt has become a cult favorite among two hand fly casters since it's inception.  With a deep load and an incredible amount of reserve power, you can feel the Echo TR2 initiate launch casting a mile.

There are two line systems we recommend for the Echo TR2 4wt. 

1.  Orvis Mission 310 gr. skagit head paired with the Mission T-8, 8' Tips

2.  OPST Commando 250 gr. skagit head paired with Rio T-8 10' MOW Tips.

Which system is right for you?

While we can't tell you which line system you'll prefer without you visiting our shop, we can outline the difference between the two.

Option 1 - OPST Commando Lighter than most....

The OPST Commando head will feel lighter in hand throughout your cast.  It is 85 fewer grain than the Orvis Mission head after all!  OPST accomplishes this through what is commonly referred to as line stick.  Commando heads are thicker than other heads creating more surface area to come into contact with the water.  This is what we call line stick and allows the angler to set their anchor building the kinetic energy to load the rod and propel the line and fly to it's intended target. 

Option 2 - Orvis Mission Skagit Head

If you read nothing else, read this... Easy to cast

Orvis might be new to the two hand line game, but they have made an incredible entrance with their new Mission Skagit Head. 

While companies such as OPST have created lines which are lighter, the Orvis Mission gets back to basics, meaning it takes mass to move mass though still lighter than other lines from Rio.  The Orvis Mission's extra weight carries the line further and with more stability, translating into tighter loops and more distance. 

Still not sure which line to choose? 

If you want a line that loads deeper go with the Orvis Mission. 

If you want a line that feels lighter or might be used on your single hand 8wt 9' rod or 7wt 10' (see our Echo Ion single hand kits...) then go OPST.

Step 1: Reel

Orvis Battenkill IV 7/9wt Disc or Echo Ion 7/9wt

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Step 2: Choose Line System

Option 1:

Head: Orvis Mission 310 grain Skagit Head

Tips: Orvis Mission T-8, 8' Tip Kit

1. INT/S2 1.25/2 ips sink rate
2. S3/S5 3/5 ips
3. S7 7 ips

Option 2:

Head: OPST Commando 250 gr. Head

Tips: Rio T-8, 10' Tip Kit

1. INT/S3/S4 ips sink rate
2. S3/S4S/5 ips
3. S5/S6/S7 ips

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All outfits come with 30lb dacron backing, and all shooting head packages (non-integrated heads) come with 35lb OPST Lazar running line. If you prefer 40lb please shoot us an email prior to ordering.

Echo TR2 4wt 11'3" Trout Spey Outfit

Choose between two lines systems, Orvis Mission or OPST Skagit.

Here at Raft and Fly we have spent hundreds of hours researching the perfect line setups for each two hand rod we carry.  The Echo TR2 is no exception, and frankly it is an absolute blast to swing!

The Echo TR2 4wt has become a cult favorite among two hand fly casters since it's inception.  With a deep load and an incredible amount of reserve power, you can feel the Echo TR2 initiate launch casting a mile.

There are two line systems we recommend for the Echo TR2 4wt. 

1.  Orvis Mission 360 gr. skagit head paired with the Mission T-8, 8' Tips

2.  OPST Commando 275 gr. skagit head paired with Rio T-8 10' MOW Tips.

3. Add a Scientific Anglers Scandi Lite 300 grain Head.

Which system is right for you?

While we can't tell you which line system you'll prefer without you visiting our shop, we can outline the difference between the two.

Option 1 - OPST Commando Lighter than most....

The OPST Commando head will feel lighter in hand throughout your cast.  It is 85 fewer grain than the Orvis Mission head after all!  OPST accomplishes this through what is commonly referred to as line stick.  Commando heads are thicker than other heads creating more surface area to come into contact with the water.  This is what we call line stick and allows the angler to set their anchor building the kinetic energy to load the rod and propel the line and fly to it's intended target. 

Option 2 - Orvis Mission Skagit Head

If you read nothing else, read this... Easy to cast

Orvis might be new to the two hand line game, but they have made an incredible entrance with their new Mission Skagit Head. 

While companies such as OPST have created lines which are lighter, the Orvis Mission gets back to basics, meaning it takes mass to move mass though still lighter than other lines from Rio.  The Orvis Mission's extra weight carries the line further and with more stability, translating into tighter loops and more distance. 

Still not sure which line to choose? 

If you want a line that loads deeper go with the Orvis Mission. 

If you want a line that feels lighter or might be used on your single hand 8wt 9' rod or 7wt 10' (see our Echo Ion single hand kits...) then go OPST.

Step 1: Reel

Orvis Battenkill IV 7/9wt Disc or Echo Ion 7/9wt

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Step 2: Choose Line System

Option 1:

Head: Orvis Mission 310 grain Skagit Head

Tips: Orvis Mission T-8, 8' Tip Kit

1. INT/S2 1.25/2 ips sink rate
2. S3/S5 3/5 ips
3. S7 7 ips

Option 2:

Head: OPST Commando 250 gr. Head

Tips: Rio T-8, 10' Tip Kit

1. INT/S3/S4 ips sink rate
2. S3/S4S/5 ips
3. S5/S6/S7 ips

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All outfits come with 30lb dacron backing, and all shooting head packages (non-integrated heads) come with 35lb OPST Lazar running line. If you prefer 40lb please shoot us an email prior to ordering.

Orvis Clearwater 4wt Trout Spey Outfit

Step 1: Line - OPST Commando or Orvis Mission, add Scientific Anglers Scandi Lite

Add Scientific Anglers Scandi Lite

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Orvis Clearwater 3wt Trout Spey Outfit

Step 1: Line - OPST Commando or Orvis Mission, add Scientific Anglers Scandi Lite

Add Scientific Anglers Scandi Lite

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ECHO OHS 6wt or 3wt Trout Spey

Spey Package, Skagit, Scandi, or Both

ECHO OHS 7wt or 4wt Trout Spey

Spey Package, Skagit, Scandi, or Both

ECHO SR 3wt Trout Spey Package, Skagit, Scandi, or Both

Step 1: Reel

Orvis Battenkill IV 7/9wt Disc (5.9oz) or Echo Ion 6/7wt (5.5oz)

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Step 2: Head - Skagit, Scandi, or Both!

• OPST Commando Head or / Commando Integrated - 225 (experienced caster or off the tip)
• OPST Commando Head or / Commando Integrated - 250 new caster or prefer deep load),
• SA Scandi Lite Head/Smooth Integrated 210 gr,
• Or Both: Scientific Angler Scandi Lite and OPST 225 or 250 gr Head

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Step 3: Tip(s)

Six Tip Options

1. None (I'm going Scandi)
2. Rio 3D MOW 10 ' INT/S3/S4 (80 gr)
3. OPST Riffle S2 12' (96 gr)
4. OPST Run S4 12' (96 gr)
5. 4 Tip Kit – OPST Float 10’ | (12’ Riffle/Run/Bucket)
6. 4 Tip Kit – OPST Float 10’ 50 gr | 3D MOW 80 gr: (INT/S3/S4 • S3/S4/S5 • S5/S6/S7)

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All outfits come with 30lb dacron backing, and all shooting head packages (non-integrated heads) come with 35lb OPST Lazar running line. If you prefer a 30 or 40lb please shoot us an email prior to ordering.

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ECHO SR 4wt Trout Spey Package, Skagit, Scandi, or Both

Step 1: Reel

Orvis Battenkill IV 7/9wt Disc or Echo Ion 7/9wt

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Step 2: Head - Skagit, Scandi, or Both!

• OPST Commando Head or / Commando Integrated - 250 (experienced caster or off the tip)
• OPST Commando Head or / Commando Integrated - 275 new caster or prefer deep load),
• SA Scandi Lite Head/Smooth Integrated 240 gr,
• Or Both: Scientific Angler Scandi Lite and OPST 250 or 275 gr Head

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Step 3: Tip(s)

Six Tip Options

1. None (I'm going Scandi)
2. Rio 3D MOW 10 ' INT/S3/S4 (80 gr)
3. OPST Riffle S2 12' (96 gr)
4. OPST Run S4 12' (96 gr)
5. 4 Tip Kit – OPST Float 10’ | (12’ Riffle/Run/Bucket)
6. 4 Tip Kit – OPST Float 10’ 50 gr | 3D MOW 80 gr: (INT/S3/S4 • S3/S4/S5 • S5/S6/S7)

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All outfits come with 30lb dacron backing, and all shooting head packages (non-integrated heads) come with 35lb OPST Lazar running line. If you prefer a 30 or 40lb please shoot us an email prior to ordering.

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