9' 5wt. (seven piece travel rod) carbon fiber fly rod blank (dark green color)
*Please note: The picture shows a slate colored blank, but the current blanks are a dark green. New picture coming soon.
The perfect rod for travel, backpacking, camping, or just about any situation where space is at a premium. The "Proof" 9' 5wt. (seven piece) travel rod offers a medium/fast action (a bit closer to fast than medium). The blank features a semi-gloss clear coat over natural graphite blank, rod sock, and labels. If you are looking for an excellent trout rod with the convince of 7 pieces, then look no further!
*Please note: The picture shows a slate colored blank, but the current blanks are a dark green. New picture coming soon.
Please note: The optional “hardware kit” below includes the following: tip top, winding check, hook keeper, and a full set of guides.
Below you will find the rod specs. and suggested guide spacing. We also offer a few add ons to the blank. You can select a set of alignment dots, a custom label, and also add a complete guide kit.
Save a few dollars on the complete component kit which includes the blank, guides, and a grip/reel seat.
Specs:
Length: 9'
pieces: 7
line weight: 5
tip top: 4.5
butt diameter: .340"
Check: Measure 11" up from butt .287"
blank weight: 1.4oz.
Suggested guide size and spacing:
size 1 - 4 1/2" (from tip)
size 1 - 9 11/16"
size 2 - 15 11/16"
size 2 - 22 3/8"
size 2 - 29 13/16"
size 3 -38"
size 3 - 46 7/8"
size 4 - 56 1/2"
size 4 - 66 7/8"
size 12mm stripping guide - 78"