Experience unmatched performance and affordability with the Orvis Encounter® Fly Rod Outfit. 8'6" 5wt 4 piece model listed here.
Instead of the term “entry level,” Orvis prefers to describe their Encounter rod outfits as “affordable awesomeness.” Built for the hardcore angler, yet priced with frugality in mind, the freshly updated Encounter rod series combines state-of-the-art rod design with a smooth, crisp performance—packaged with a large arbor Encounter reel, weight-forward floating line, backing, and leader. The Encounter rod outfit is easily one of the best value-priced outfit of its kind.
* Built for the hardcore angler, yet priced with frugality in mind
* 4-piece
* 8'5" 5-wt. is an ideal rod for both newcomers to the sport and those seeking versatility
* Smooth, crisp performance
* Packaged with a large arbor Encounter reel, weight-forward floating line, backing, leader and rod/reel combo case.
* Imported
* Rod does NOT have a fighting butt as shown in image #1 but a standard reel seat as shown in images 2 and 4.
* Fly line does have a loop for easy on-off of leaders
* Does carry the Orvis Satisfaction Guarantee but please note that the rod is not covered by their standard 25-year guarantee. Just be clear on that.
Orvis Encounter 865-4 Fly Rod and Reel Outfit- item #3AR9-53-53.
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FAQ page.
Having a complete outfit is essential to your success out on the water. We've made it simple, so when you purchase the basics for your fly fishing outfit, we'll put it all together for you so you're ready to go.
Here's how it works:
• Purchase a Rod, Reel and Fly Line
• On the first page of the checkout process, click on the green Setup Reels/Outfits button (top and bottom of page).
• There you will find a tool where you can pair the three together and choose your backing color. No need to worry about the amount or size of backing as we'll take care of that for you. We know what to do.
• That's it!
From there, we'll load the appropriate amount and color of backing and the line on the reel for you (no need to buy backing). The backing, rigging and shipping is all on us. Free of charge.
Additional Information
• Fly Line Backing comes in 20lb and 30lb test. It also comes in white, fl. orange, blue, black, optic green, fl. yellow and red. Again, no need to make any decisions here other than what color you want.
• Reel retrieve is selected at the point of purchase on each reel. We will load the line onto the reel and make sure that the retrieve is set up as you selected.
• Feel free to call us or e-mail us with any questions as we will also do the same if we have any for you.
We're passionate about putting together the Fly Rod and Reel Outfit that's perfect for your time out on the water.
Let's get started:
• Select your fly rod
• Select your fly reel
• Select your fly line
• Open the Setup Reels/Outfits tool on the first page of checkout and pair the three items together. Simply choose your backing color.....and we'll do the rest!
Give us a call or email if you have any questions or rigging requests
It's really that simple. We aim to take all the hard work out of your fly fishing experience.