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Originally Posted by putty
I have one of the 1st gen (charcoal grey/maroon wraps) 2-6 oz. It is a bit on the stiff/fast side for ideal pencil popping, but I would put it in the jack of all trades, master of none category.
Although rated 2-6, it can do a tolerable job throwing SP's & loaded redfins, and can also do a good job of throwing 3-4 oz. bucktails & jigs. In full disclosure I did snap the butt end right below the joint last fall throwing 5 oz. & a sluggo tail, so I would treat it as a 1-5 rating in my experience.
Warranty coverage is a big plus on the TFO's as well- The first generation rods did not have the best components used on them and myself and friends who had the rods experienced early rust on the guides and also popped out a couple ceramic inserts.
The 2nd generation (the electric blue color blanks) have higher quality FUJI components (reel seat & guides) and the reel seat is now 24" to center from butt (1st gen was 25.5" from center to butt)
A nice rod for the price & very comparable to the St. Croix Mojo Surf in the same rating.
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Awesome, great info. Im looking for something more packable, mostly to throw plugs in the 3 oz range, but not break the bank. I have several tfo fly rods and have been super happy with them. This seems to fit the bill. thanks again