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Classic Trout

Classic Trout

The 490 CLASSIC TROUT is a great dry fly and light nymph rod for spooky trout and clear water. It protects light tippets with ease and offers exceptional in-hand balance.

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Regular price $199.99
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Delicate enough for technical spring creeks and powerful enough for big rivers and fishing from a boat, CLASSIC TROUT is a moderate-action rod with a lightweight, forgiving build that reduces fatigue

Specs

Classic Trout 490-4

SKU: 5-5016T-490-4

Basics
  • The fly line weight designation (e.g., 5wt). Match the line size to the rod's recommended line weight for the best casting. 4wt
  • The length of the fully assembled rod. Longer rods add reach and line control; shorter rods are easier to handle in tight spaces. 9'0"
  • How much and where the rod flexes when casting. Fast actions bend mostly near the tip for power and distance; slower actions bend deeper for feel.
    Action: Moderate Action
  • The main type of fishing the product is designed for, such as dry fly, nymph, streamer, saltwater or all-around use. All Around
  • The fish species the product is best suited for, such as trout, bass, steelhead or saltwater species. Trout
  • The type of water the product is designed for, such as streams, rivers, lakes, stillwater or saltwater. Freshwater, River, Spring Creek, Creeks, Small Streams, and Big Rivers
Blank
  • The number of sections the rod breaks down into. More pieces pack smaller for travel and storage. 4
Components
  • The rod's grip, typically cork. Its shape and size affect comfort and casting control. Standard Handle
  • The hardware at the base of the rod handle where the reel attaches and locks in place. Machined Reel Seat with Rosewood Reel Seat Insert
  • The guides along the rod that hold the fly line close to the blank and help it travel smoothly during the cast. Titanium Oxide Stripping Guides
  • Small marks on each rod section. Line them up during assembly so the guides sit in a straight line. True
  • The case that protects the rod during travel and storage. Rugged Nylon Rod Tube with Divided Liner

Why Classic Trout

Everything Trout

Designed for the trout angler, Classic Trout's moderate action provides the delicacy needed for technical spring creeks, yet packs enough power for big river and boat fishing.

  • Timeless Tempo

    Whether it's intimate creek delicacy or sprawling tailwater stamina, Classic Trout's medium-fast action presents drys accurately and delicately, but still has enough guts for nymphs, buggers and indicators when conditions call for it.

  • Approachable Action

    Classic Trout's lightweight blank and forgiving action reduces fatigue for long days on the water.

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Classic Trout
Classic Trout 490-4
The fly line weight designation (e.g., 5wt). Match the line size to the rod's recommended line weight for the best casting. 4wt
Price $199.99
Best Suited For Anglers who want spring-creek delicacy and all-day comfort.
The main type of fishing the product is designed for, such as dry fly, nymph, streamer, saltwater or all-around use. All Around
How much and where the rod flexes when casting. Fast actions bend mostly near the tip for power and distance; slower actions bend deeper for feel.
Action: Moderate Action
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Wrangler
Wrangler 490-4
The fly line weight designation (e.g., 5wt). Match the line size to the rod's recommended line weight for the best casting. 4wt
Price $199.99
Best Suited For Anglers at any level who want one responsive, easy rod.
The main type of fishing the product is designed for, such as dry fly, nymph, streamer, saltwater or all-around use. Multi-Application, Dry Flies, and Small Water
How much and where the rod flexes when casting. Fast actions bend mostly near the tip for power and distance; slower actions bend deeper for feel.
Action: Moderate-Fast Action
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EDC
EDC 490-4
The fly line weight designation (e.g., 5wt). Match the line size to the rod's recommended line weight for the best casting. 4wt
Price $379.99
Best Suited For Anglers who demand utility and versatility above all else.
The main type of fishing the product is designed for, such as dry fly, nymph, streamer, saltwater or all-around use. Multi-Application
Technology Nano Resin Technology
What the rod blank is made from, typically graphite or fiberglass. It affects weight, feel and durability. Nano Resin Graphite
How much and where the rod flexes when casting. Fast actions bend mostly near the tip for power and distance; slower actions bend deeper for feel.
Action: Fast Action
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