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Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
A complete fly-fishing outfit for trout, bass or panfish. Comes with Orvis Streamline 8' 6", 5-weight rod. Reverse half-wells grip and comes complete with Clearwater III reel, 150 yards of 20-lb. Dacron backing, a 90' weight-forward 5 chartreuse floating line and a 9' 2x leader. Comes complete with a rod and reel carrying case and a copy of The Orvis Guide to Beginning Fly Fishing. Perfect for the beginning angler. Just add a fly and it's ready to fish. Imported.
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44 of 48(92%)reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
Review 1 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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Just right for my 14 y old son,
April 21, 2013
By: Gentleman
from Lower Gwynedd, PA
"We used this combo at the FF 101 school in Plymouth Meeting and found it to perform superbly. Sorry, Orvis, we will use this for awhile before upgrading. Excellent construction and a great value. Thank you Orvis, my son is hooked on something real, not electronic."
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Review 2 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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I expected better quality from Orvis,
April 18, 2013
By: Chet22
from Washington, DC
"I received this combo as a gift from my brother.
I took it fishing on the Potomac for the shad run. While fighting my first fish, the 3rd section of the rod snapped. Considering the rod had only been used to practice casting in my yard, I did not expect it to just break.
Before it broke, it did cast nicely. The rod and reel are a good match and I think it's a great starter outfit to introduce someone to fly fishing.
I will say that my customer service experience was great. I went through the rod repair process, but took the opportunity to upgrade to the Access 5-weight 8'6" Fly Rod—Mid Flex instead. It arrived on my doorstep three days later and I was back on the water."
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Review 3 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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first orvis rod,
March 3, 2013
By: manu
from stornoway
"i was wanting to have a go at orvis set up, have to admit not disappointed at all. good value for money and great to cast"
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Review 4 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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GREAT AND AFFORDABLE,
December 29, 2012
By: Glynda
from Nederland, TX.
"Purchased this for my grandson who is just getting into fly fishing. He was thoroughly impressed and excited about receiving such a quality set."
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Review 5 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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Great starter setup!,
December 28, 2012
By: vtchris
from alabama
"Great setup to learn and I love that it will last a longtime."
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Review 6 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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Great gift,
December 25, 2012
By: Newbie77
"I got this gift as a Christmas present for my dad, who is a budding fly fisherman. The price and reviews of this product were excellent and it has not disappointed."
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Review 7 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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Best Decision,
November 12, 2012
By: DaKine
from Charlotte, NC
"I purchased the Streamline 5 wt Freshwater Outfit this month. Could be happier with the purchase. Excellent quality and performance."
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Review 8 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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Great Way to Start,
October 2, 2012
By: JRJ2111
from Rockton, IL
"The intention of my purchase was to provide my son a starting platform for fly fishing. I have been impressed with my previous Orvis experiences which is why I returned. Orvis continues to deliver, even at an entry level set up. Quality remains synonymous with the Orvis name.
I am looking forward to memory's built with my son's new Streamline."
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Review 9 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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More than expected.,
October 1, 2012
By: NCNC
from NC
"Figured this to be a "disposable" first fly rod. Was completely wrong. Perfect for my needs and very high quality. Will be a very long time before I would have any reason to upgrade. Excellent value."
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Review 10 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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Excellent,
September 24, 2012
By: Matt155
from Tulsa, OK
"I've only fished the rod/reel combo a few times but it's been great. Delivery and merchandise was perfect. Everything I expected at the correct price delivered on time. I'll be back."
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Review 11 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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Disappointing results,
September 17, 2012
By: toiletduck
"I want to give this outfit five stars because when I've been able to use it, I have few issues and it does the job well. The problem is that it's been out of service more often than not. I had to return my first one after about four times out on the river because the reel sheered off the bracket. I am now having to return the replacement because the tip snapped off (top two inches) the first time I was out with it. And I am hardly doing extreme fishing. Customer service was friendly but not exactly stellar - they did not make it easy to replace the rod (I had to return to Rod Repairs so they could determine I was not at fault, and simultaneously order a new one). I know this is the cheapest model Orvis offers, but I expected more given the price and the quality I assumed was behind the name."
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Review 12 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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4th fly rod of the year,
September 14, 2012
By: sierrafishin
from Eastern Sierras, CA
"I needed a 4 piece rod that could travel well. This rod fits in my backpack, truck, or suitcase.
The rod casts well in the wind, and fishes great from a float tube. For the price, with reel & line included, and case, this is a great rod combo set. I was able to trade the Clearwater III reel to a buddy who is just starting to fly fish."
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Review 13 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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To make it better,
August 27, 2012
By: Viamanci
"It needs a lineup mark when putting pieces together.
Why is the pouch for the reel made of clear plastic and not completely from the green cloth?"
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Review 14 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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Orvis Amazed Me "Yet Again!",
August 25, 2012
By: ITFSwitch
from East Coas,t Maryland
"I Purchased my first Streamline kit Last week. I took it to my pond and tied a fly on. As it saids in the description its ready to go. The line rolled out and felt smooth. I was impressed for the price. So impressed I am taking it with me on my trip to Canada in Sept. Thank you
Orvis!!!"
Orvis!!!"
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Review 15 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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Great Rod!,
August 13, 2012
By: RiverSong
from East Tennessee
"I bought the Streamline over one year ago. Living on a River, I have fished with that rod at least twice a week if not every day since. I have caught trout, smallmouth bass, bluegill, and rock bass. This rod has not only survived my learning curve as a brand new fly fisher, but it has also easily and delicately placed a size 20 dry fly on one day and then on another day just as easily tossed a size 6 heavily weighted Streamer.
I did try two competitors' rods before I bought this one. There is truly no comparison. In writing this review, I wonder if I would have enjoyed this last year of fly fishing (or even stuck with it) had I not chosen an Orvis rod. While it now has some nicks and scratches from the countless hours on the river, it is still going strong. I have had absolutely no problems with the rod (or reel).
If you want a great start for your new life as a fly fisherman, you cannot go wrong with this Streamline. Thank you Orvis for making a high quality rod and reel that fit my budget!
The photo is of a 3.5 lb smallmouth I caught on the Streamline with 5x tippet."
I did try two competitors' rods before I bought this one. There is truly no comparison. In writing this review, I wonder if I would have enjoyed this last year of fly fishing (or even stuck with it) had I not chosen an Orvis rod. While it now has some nicks and scratches from the countless hours on the river, it is still going strong. I have had absolutely no problems with the rod (or reel).
If you want a great start for your new life as a fly fisherman, you cannot go wrong with this Streamline. Thank you Orvis for making a high quality rod and reel that fit my budget!
The photo is of a 3.5 lb smallmouth I caught on the Streamline with 5x tippet."
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Review 16 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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First fly rod,
August 11, 2012
By: Bigsarge
from Shelby, N.C.
"I purchased this rod combo after taking the Fly fish 101 class. I practiced in the yard a few weeks and then I took the Flyfish 201 class. through it all this rod has never failed me.I have also taken a rather long casting class with this combo and all the instructors have stated that this is a good combo to start with. Since I have caught bass, blue gills, and trout. Never had a problem. I like this combo so well that it "lives" in my truck so that on the way home from work, I can "sneak" off and fish at the local state park."
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Review 17 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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Streamline 5wt. Outfit,
August 10, 2012
By: Putch
"Excellent package. Tie on a fly and start fishing! More than I expected ,great price, great product,great book that comes with package (the orvis guide to beginning fly fishing) all this and by far the greatest service I ever got from any company I ever dealt with!! I'll buy from orvis for the rest of my life."
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Review 18 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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Best Purchase,
June 28, 2012
By: Marcelo
"High performance product, great size for travel and with a beautiful design."
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Review 19 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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Good Rod,
June 25, 2012
By: HookedMarlin
from New Jersey
"This was my first fly rod. I have taken it out a few times and it is quite sensitive. I have also had a lengthy casting lesson and the instructor told me it was a good rod."
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Review 20 for Streamline 5-weight 8'6" Freshwater Outfit
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A satisfied beginner!,
June 24, 2012
By: Keoni
from Fredericksburg, VA
"This is my first fly rod outfit and after a day on the Rappahannock River practicing my casting techniques I am very satisfied. I Did not expect to catch anything while practicing but somehow the bass, crappie and shad managed to get my hook in its mouth."
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