I have the rod in Temple Forks 4 Wt. Signature Series. This rod for me is the perfect fit for the fish I am pursuing. It has the backbone to land a larger fish if the occasion arises and yet it has the finesses to play the fish and let it live to fight another day. With its fast taper, it is effortless for me to layout line distance if there is a need to reach that certain faraway spot. I like the two-piece version over the 4-piece because I just think I can get a little better feel with a two-piece as opposed to the four. Maybe that is just me and I know some swear by the 4-piece, but that is my own personal opinion. With this rod addition I have managed to keep all of them in sequence starting with my 3 Wt TP 7 ½ ft. then the new addition 4 Wt. 8 ½ ft. TF and last my retirement gift the 4 pc. Redington 8 ½ ft. ---so I am counting at 3, 4 and 5---and you never say never but could there be a 2 Wt or 6 Wt, in the future????
I'm a TFO convert - outstanding rods.
ReplyDeleteNice choice I think this will fit you well
ReplyDeleteGood luck with it Bill!!
ReplyDeleteDennis
ReplyDeleteOne of the things I didn't mention in the post was the price. I actually got the rod on the net for 40.00 cheaper, along with 2 doz. free flies of my choice. Not bad for a guy who is on a fixed income. Thanks for the comment.
Bigerrfish
ReplyDeleteI am going to give it a try at daylight in the morning on some of the spots at the lake. My buddy and I are going to using large poppers, so the 4 Wt. should get a work out. Thanks for the comment.
Colorado
ReplyDeleteI agree the quality and the price is outstanding. Thanks for the comment
I just upgraded my backup rod to this (but in the 3); it has the feel of my Finesse much more than the Pro series. I have good feelings about this rod, and who doesnt love the warranty??
ReplyDeleteI think you'll like it!
Hi Will
ReplyDeleteI have the 3Wt Temple Fork Signature and really like the rod for close quarters, as stated in my post I got the 4Wt, to give me a little more power on the lake I fish. Read my latest post and you see why I went with the 4wt. I agree you can't beat the warranty. I don't think I will ever buy any other brand. They are outstanding rods. Thanks for the commet
Totally agree with your rationale. I am currently fishing with a gap of 3wt all the way to an 8wt glass rod. I think the reason people fish sub-5 rods can get pretty controversial, especially when words like "conservation" and "lactic acidosis" start being thrown around. I think sub-5 rods are less the culprit of bad-conservation than are bad fishermen. Glad you're not scared to go light!
ReplyDeleteHow much of a difference have you noticed between the 3 and 4? Just curious...
Hi Will
ReplyDeleteThe big difference is the distance. I was having to work to hard to get distance at times with the 3wt. The 4wt gives me the distance and a little more power to land that bigger fish if the need arises. The 4wt. in the 2 pc. gives me a better feel. The 3wt has that lighter touch as opposed to the 4. I use the 3 wt in ponds and sometime on the Caney Fork for some of the smaller brook trout. It fits the bill for close casting and the lightness of the rod allows you fish a longer day. I am completely sold on Temple Fork rods not only for the quality but the fantastic warranty--for life.