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Fly Rods

At the Rangeley Region Sports Shop we carry a selection of fly rods to meet the needs of anglers of any level or any application from tightline nymphing to delicate dry flies presentation. We carry fly rods from Sage, Douglas, Redington and Echo including affordable beginner packages which include rod, reel, backing, line, leader and case. 

In Maine flyfishing is defined as "casting and retrieving in a usual and ordinary manner". It all begins with a cast and so it all begins with a fly rod.  It started with bamboo, then fiberglass, and has now progressed to rods of graphite. While the high tech graphite rods make up the majority of the rods used by anglers both bamboo and fiberglass are still preferred by some. 

Flyrods are made with a variety of features and functions. Length and weight are the two most distinctive features. Another important feature is flex. Greater flex gives a softer and more sensitive feel when catching fish. A softer flex can also protect your tippet from breaking when used for bigger fish. Less flex in a fly rod  is called fast action. Fast action rods will pick up line quicker and create faster line speed and is more user friendly for beginners.

The Sage flyrod company produces a full line of core rods and specialty rods all made in Washington state. Sage is known for their fast action rods and have a long history of producing long life, reliable fly rods. 

The Douglas flyrod company is a new arrival on the fly fishing scene but has rod designers that are old pros in the rod building business. Douglas rods offer a high quality and high tech rod at a lower price point than their competitors. Douglas rods are very light in hand and accurate. 

Redington  is a sister company of Sage and its rods are made overseas. We like that they offer a number of lower price point rods. These options are good for beginners or those looking for a spare rod without a big price tag.

  • Douglas SKY G

    DOUGLAS OUTDOORS
    Original price $845.00 - Original price $895.00
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     The prestigious Douglas SKY G Fly Rod Series employs cutting-edge technology in its pursuit of fly rod perfection. It's incredibly light a...

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    Original price $845.00 - Original price $895.00
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  • Douglas Sky

    DOUGLAS OUTDOORS
    Original price $695.00 - Original price $695.00
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    This innovative four-piece freshwater and saltwater rod set is made from the latest generation of nano carbon matrix materials. SKY rods provide va...

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    Original price $695.00 - Original price $695.00
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  • Douglas DXF

    DOUGLAS OUTDOORS
    Original price $459.00 - Original price $669.00
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    The DXF premium proven tapers combine a traditional fit and finish with a modern action and carbon matrix. DXF is suited to a wide range of spec...

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    Original price $459.00 - Original price $669.00
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  • Douglas LRS

    DOUGLAS OUTDOORS
    Original price $224.00 - Original price $299.00
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    Current price $224.00

    Douglas Head Rod Designer Fred Contaoi has revolutionized the value expected from a fly rod with the LRS Fly Series, delivering high-end performa...

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    Original price $224.00 - Original price $299.00
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  • Sage R8 Core

    SAGE
    Original price $1,050.00 - Original price $1,050.00
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      R8 CORE is a rod family that focuses on maximum versatility and incorporates new breakthrough material technology.   R8 CORE is a direct descenda...

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    Original price $1,050.00 - Original price $1,050.00
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  • Sage Sonic

    SAGE
    Original price $675.00 - Original price $675.00
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    Whether laying down dry flies with finesse or delivering streamers to distant reaches, the SONIC family of rods provides uncompromised versatility,...

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    Original price $675.00 - Original price $675.00
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  • Sage Trout LL

    SAGE
    Original price $925.00 - Original price $925.00
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    The Trout LL series was created with the trout angler and dry flies in mind, having a delicate touch and medium action. The Trout LL is ideal for w...

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    Original price $925.00 - Original price $925.00
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  • Sage Foundation

    SAGE
    Original price $495.00 - Original price $495.00
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    Sage Foundation The Foundation, Sage's entry-level rod series, is a quietly practical rod focused on the fundamentals of fly fishing. The Foundatio...

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    Original price $495.00 - Original price $495.00
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  • Orvis Recon

    Orvis
    Original price $598.00
    Original price $429.00 - Original price $598.00
    Original price $598.00
    $358.80 - $598.00
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    Current price $358.80

    SALE ITEMS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR FREE SHIPPING - $10 SHIPPING APPLIES  Recon is the rod designed for the anglers who chase blue lines on topo maps an...

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    Original price $598.00
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  • Orvis Clearwater

    Orvis
    Original price $249.00
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    Current price $149.40

    SALE ITEMS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR FREE SHIPPING - $10 SHIPPING APPLIES Everything has changed except the value. The new Clearwater Rod Series is a comp...

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  • Sage Foundation Outfit

    SAGE
    Original price $695.00 - Original price $695.00
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    Current price $695.00

    Sage Foundation Outfit The Foundation, Sage's entry-level rod series, is a quietly practical rod focused on the fundamentals of fly fishing. Light...

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    Original price $695.00 - Original price $695.00
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  • Redington Crosswater

    REDINGTON
    Original price $109.99 - Original price $109.99
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    Current price $109.99

    The Crosswater is an easy to cast, moderate-fast action graphite fly rod, ideal for the novice fly angler. A range of rod weights are available for...

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    Original price $109.99 - Original price $109.99
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  • Redington - Classic Trout

    REDINGTON
    Original price $169.99 - Original price $189.99
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    Designed especially for the trout angler. The moderate action of the rod provides the delicacy needed for technical spring creeks, yet packs enoug...

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    Original price $169.99 - Original price $189.99
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  • Redington Butterstick

    REDINGTON
    Original price $279.99 - Original price $279.99
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    The BUTTER STICK brings nostalgic design from the days of shag carpet, roller disco, and Hendrix rippin’. And like all things good and vintage, it...

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    Original price $279.99 - Original price $279.99
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  • Redington Crosswater Outfit

    REDINGTON
    Original price $189.99 - Original price $189.99
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    Current price $189.99

    The Crosswater combo is an easy to cast, moderate-fast action combo ideal for the fly angler who is just getting started.  All water, medium-fast ...

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    Original price $189.99 - Original price $189.99
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  • Douglas Upstream Rod Series

    DOUGLAS OUTDOORS
    Original price $439.00 - Original price $529.00
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    Current price $439.00

    The new Upstream range from Douglas Outdoors brings four unique, ultra-lite fly rods to the river. Each rod is designed to have a minimum, but high...

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    Original price $439.00 - Original price $529.00
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  • Douglas Upstream Plus

    DOUGLAS OUTDOORS
    Original price $549.00 - Original price $549.00
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    Current price $549.00

     The Douglas Upstream PLUS series has more power than the Douglas Upstream ultra-light line. It provides a fisherman with a secure up-locking ree...

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    Original price $549.00 - Original price $549.00
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  • Douglas ERA

    DOUGLAS OUTDOORS
    Original price $149.00 - Original price $169.00
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    Current price $149.00

    The ERA, Douglas's newest fly rod, was created to provide great performance at a price that is affordable to all anglers. Whether you're searchin...

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    Original price $149.00 - Original price $169.00
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  • Sage Salt R8

    SAGE
    Original price $1,100.00 - Original price $1,100.00
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    Although things move more slowly in saltwater environments, the fishing is faster, the pressure is greater, and the factors are more unpredictabl...

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    Original price $1,100.00 - Original price $1,100.00
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  • Sage Sense

    SAGE
    Original price $675.00 - Original price $675.00
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    $675.00
    $675.00 - $675.00
    Current price $675.00

    EUROPEAN STYLE NYMPHING / MEDIUM ACTION The SENSE is the ideal tool for those trying to get the most out of their tight line methods. It is made e...

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    Original price $675.00 - Original price $675.00
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  • Sage Maverick

    SAGE
    Original price $675.00 - Original price $675.00
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    Current price $675.00

    With Konnetic Technology, the MAVERICK has been built from the ground up to be fine-tuned to the demanding needs of saltwater specific applications...

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    Original price $675.00 - Original price $675.00
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  • Sage Igniter

    SAGE
    Original price $995.00 - Original price $995.00
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    Current price $995.00

    The most demanding conditions require a different kind of tool Strong head wind? Fish at distance? Bulky rigs? Heavy sink-tips? The IGNITER is tune...

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    Original price $995.00 - Original price $995.00
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  • Sage Dart

    SAGE
    Original price $825.00 - Original price $825.00
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    Current price $825.00

    The small water DART features a short-range fast action for chasing wary trout in still and clear water, close quarters, or obstacle-ridden stream...

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    Original price $825.00 - Original price $825.00
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  • Sage ESN

    SAGE
    Original price $995.00 - Original price $995.00
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    Current price $995.00

    Our new ESN was designed specifically for European-style nymphing techniques developed to maximize catch rates. Built with a KonneticHD backbone, ...

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    Original price $995.00 - Original price $995.00
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