Powell SSL Fly Fishing Rod - 4 Piece, 9' 4wt

I purchased this rod for beginner to intermediate anglers to use when fishing. The rod has a smooth cast with a medium action. I have cast the Rod but have not fished it yet. The rod cast and has the feel of a good 5 wt rod rather than a medium action 4wt. I cast a 5 wt line on it and it cast well. For the price I think it is a very good value. Understand that this is not a high end rod, but for the beginning intermediate angler, a good rod at a great price. Remember this is not a true 4wt in my opinion but more like a 4/5 wt with medium action. For those who are more serious fly-fishers it makes a great back-up rod and rod to use for instruction. I would recommend this rod to those who are budget minded but don't expect a high performance rod with beautiful workmanship at this price.

Light weight and useful for smaller rivers. Nice case for transportation

I received this new rod as a birthday gift, to replace an old-stiff fly rod. I'm excited that this summer I will be able to try on our local streams and maybe keep up with my husband. My husband thinks this fly rod is even better than his!

I purchased the rod for my son. He's been fly-fishing for several years and has out grown his beginner outfit. This rod is light-years ahead of his old rod. It is much easier to cast and cast far. I hope he doesn't take it to school in the fall so I can fish with it!

Powell rods are typically a stiff action. On this 4 weight rod, I use a 4 1/2 weight line. The heavier line w/the lighter rod evens out the stiff action very nicely...I also have a Powell 7 weight. I do the same thing...7 1/2 weight line. Casts like a dream!