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The AETOS is Fenwick’s low-priced do-it-all freshwater fly rod. This rod was designed to be forgiving, caster friendly, and hugely versatile on the water. Fenwick succeeded in creating a rod with performance way above its price range. This rod is accurate at any distance out to 60 feet and one of our favorite trout rods on the market regardless of price. If you’re in the market for a new freshwater fly rod that caters to a wide range of angler ability and works well in any fishing scenario, consider the AETOS.

Scientific Anglers Amplitude MPX may be our favorite all-around trout line for fast-action rods. If you’ve watched any of our fly rod reviews, you’ve probably seen us casting the Amplitude MPX. This line was made to replace the GPX, SA’s previous iteration of a do-it-all trout line. The MPX features more mass toward the front of the head, however, and allows anglers to access distance casting capabilities without sacrificing finesse. If you’re looking for a versatile line to properly load your fast-action freshwater fly rod, you’ve come to the right place.

The new Sage X fly rod represents the latest creation to come from the genius that is Jerry Siem. As a Sage rod, you know it will be fast, but the X is more than that. The X rod’s all-new fast action taper delivers greater blank recovery and a crisper tip stop – creating tighter, more efficient loops throughout all ranges of casting styles. If you were a fan of the Sage Z-axis and the Sage XP, you’re going to love the all new X.

One of Cortland’s oldest fly line designs, the Classic 444 Peach has been around for over 50 years. Sure, fly fishing gear has changed since the 1960s but this is a line that has offered durability, light line performance, and a proven versatile taper for anglers who continue to fish moderate action rods. This is a line that’s great for traditional fishing techniques including dry flies at short ranges and Panfish on the lake. Be careful not to pair this line with an ultra-fast action rod.

Scott changed the fly fishing industry for good in 1976 by introducing the first Scott G Series fly rods. The history of this moderate action series is truly iconic. Over 40 years later, the G Series has evolved with contemporary fly fishing and continues to encourage state-of-the-art medium action fly rod innovation. Scott’s ability to create smooth flexing rods that combine presentation and power sets the G Series apart. The G Series is lighter, stronger, more flexible, and more advanced than ever before. The G Series has stood the test of time and has continued to redefine modern innovation. Avid dry fly anglers across the globe are taking note.

The TFO Pro 2 series is as versatile a series as it is a rod. With rod models that accommodate any style of angling, from 2wt through 10wt, TFO has truly built a series that has a rod for every situation. These rods are also caster friendly, forgiving, and hugely versatile on the water which makes them a fantastic rod for the novice angler. If you’re looking for an affordable fly rod that’ll help you progress as an angler, look no further.