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 Post subject: 2wt rod
PostPosted: Wed Feb 20, 2019 11:37 am • # 1 
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Hi all
I wonder if any of you gents have tried any of these rods because I keep changing my mind. The Orvis Ultrafine, Sage Circa 279 or Douglas Upstream 802.
All 3 will be difficult to test cast and to be honest over in the UK all 3 are difficult to find. To be honest the Ultrafine was my original and sensible choice as my two favourite rods are/were my current 6’ 6” 1oz and my old 7’ 6” #1 which I snapped, I also own a Far & Fine which I haven’t got on with yet but some more back garden practice may be required before I make the call on that rod.
But the circa and the Douglas are stunning looking rods with fantastic reviews.

Any guidance or opinions much appreciated,

Regards,

Chris.


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 Post subject: Re: 2wt rod
PostPosted: Thu Feb 21, 2019 3:33 pm • # 2 
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Hi Chris
I have two Orvis ultra fine 2 weights.
I have the original with the unsanded snake belly finish and the later sanded model with the burgundy finish.
IMHO the latter is the nicer casting rod as l feel they tweaked the design slightly but both true two weights.
If l wanted a true two weight l would certainly want to cast the circa before l bought one just to be sure.
Hope this helps.
Best Fishes
Michael


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 Post subject: Re: 2wt rod
PostPosted: Fri Feb 22, 2019 1:01 pm • # 3 
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A Circa or few are on my bucket list. I've cast the Orvis, it was quite nice but didn't strike me as nearly as accurate. No experience with the Douglas


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 Post subject: Re: 2wt rod
PostPosted: Sat Feb 23, 2019 12:39 pm • # 4 
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Cheers gents,

I’ve got some more pondering to do I think, maybe even seeing if someone over this side of the pond fancies a swap, Ultrafine for my Far & Fine which I’m not immediately getting on with. I’ll have to do a few more back garden lawn tests before I make that decision though.

Thanks again,

Chris.


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