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Orvis Helios™ 3F Fly Rod · 9' · 5 wt
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Color: White
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Rod length
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Not only have we built a super lightweight rod in the Helios 3, but it also offers a crisp feel in hand for an unbeatable casting experience. Accuracy is important. Hurling a fly across the water and hoping for a strike won’t win any trophies—it’s those accurate drops that bring in the real prize. The difference in a couple of inches can make or break a catch. The Helios 3F reduces the variables and harnesses the energy behind each cast for enhanced accuracy, so you can reach the far bank and drop a fly with precision every time. We’ve checked unbeatable accuracy and power off the list, but the H3F also delivers the finesse required to delicately drop a fly without spooking fish, and it has plenty of backbone to haul in the big fish of your dreams without flinching. Whether you’re chasing bonefish on the flats or casting streamers to the far bank, the Helios 3F offers the outstanding casting performance and responsiveness you need to land more fish.
Key Features:
- Reel seat is type III anodized aluminum Midnight black w/Matte Storm carbon insert
- Matte Storm blank
- Black/gray main wraps
- REC recoil snake guides
- SiC/titanium stripping guides
- Aluminum rod tube
- 25-Year Guarantee
- Made in USA
| Rod length | 9'0" |
| Pieces | 4 |
| Style | Single hand |
| Action | Moderate |
| Water type | Freshwater |
| Color | White |
| Grip type | Modified full wells |
| Rod material | Aluminum |
| Fly fishing type | Dries |
| Fishing type | Fly |
| Fly fishing technique | Dry flies |
| Warranty | Orvis Great Catch Guarantee |
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Matt Beam owns this product
The Orvis Helios 3f is one of those fly rods every angler should at least cast. For the seasoned angler with a well rounded cast this is one of the best rods on the market. It is highly accurate and will cast almost any line you pair it up with. This rod is extremely fast and an unseasoned angler could... Read more
Ideal for
- Highly Accurate
- Extremely lightweight
- Casts well with multiple lines
Not ideal for
- Extremely fast
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Great Rod
Originally posted at www.orvis.com on Jun 14, 2024Great rod, especially at its sale price. Dont see how the new Helios could be much better.
teeford99Location: Baton Rouge LA
I would recommend to a friend
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The absolute best fly rod I've ever used!!!
Originally posted at www.orvis.com on Feb 16, 2024Outstanding!!! It's pure fly-fishing enjoyment casting this rod!!
TK37Location: New York
I would recommend to a friend
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