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Customer Reviews for White River Fly Shop White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
White River Fly Shop White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Hobbs Creek® fly rods strike a fine balance between attractive, high quality components, and a pleasing price. Designed around our own easy casting IM-6 blank, these rods feature a components package normally found on much higher priced rods. Walnut reel seat inserts, aluminum alloy fittings, oversized stainless steel snake guides, and a high grade cork grip are standard. Rods measuring 8' and over are equipped with dual stripping guides. 4 through 6 weight rods feature a Western-style reversed half wells grip. 7 and 8 weight models have a full wells grip, and come with a detachable fighting butt. Rod sock is included. T = TroutP = PanfishS = Salmon/SteelheadSW = Inshore SaltwaterB = Bass
Average Customer Rating:
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21 of 23(91%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Review 1 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
great for narrow creeks
,January 6, 2012
By MMVENTO
from Delaware
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Value for money
Disadvantages: buy a hard case
"In my neck of the woods the creeks and streams are narrow and tight. This 7'6" rod was perfect to help an amateur like my self from getting snagged in the over hanging vegetation. Pretty awesome product. With in 30 minutes snagged me bout 3 panfish in early Jan. So much easier to cast than my clunky 9' hand me down form grandpa"
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 2 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
Nice combo
,May 31, 2011
By who10
from KS
Advantages: Performs well, Value for money
Disadvantages: assy required.
"The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because I expected the backing, fly line and leader to be on the reel already. I had to learn how to do this myself, which took some time and prevented me from practice casting right away. Not a big problem though because I learned some things."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 2
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 3 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
Excellent Rod
,May 24, 2011
By dh23
from oklahoma
Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
"Love this rod, its light casts great and for the price you can't beat it. 8.5ft 5wt."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? No
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 4 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
Hobbs creek fly reel and rod
,May 24, 2011
By Kazzy
from Invermere BC, fish caught in Shuswap Lake.
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Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
"Fist fish on the Hobbs fly reel and rod was a 24" Laker and the rod handled the fish on auto! Rod is built to catch big fish! I felt every twist, turn and tug, it was awesome.
For the price it's a great fly reel and rod combo."
For the price it's a great fly reel and rod combo."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 4
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 5 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
Outstanding
,March 31, 2011
By DrDodge
from Denver, Co
Advantages: Ease of use
Disadvantages: Appearance
"This a great rod & reel for my back-up. Has a great feel and handles well. Highly recommended."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 1
Do you own a boat? No
Would you recommend this product as a gift? No
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Review 6 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
Great Value
,January 1, 2011
By GrandpaT
from Taylorville, Illinois
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Value for money
"I purchased this rod along with a matching reel approximately three years ago. I have used it several times on Michigan trout and salmon streams and I love the way it handles. I am not an expert fly fisherman but I wanted a rod and reel combo that was easy to use in tight areas. This item fit the bill. I took it with me to Seattle area this last fall. My son and I were fishing in the mountains just outside Seattle when he asked me if he could try my rod and reel. That was the last time I saw them the rest of the day. He liked it so much, I bought him an exact combo set for Christmas. Now maybe I can use my own rod and reel the next time we fish together. I know that a lot of individuals believe they have to spend a lot of money for a fly rod and reel, but this one performs very well and is a great value. Good Fishing to you."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 1
Do you own a boat? No
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 7 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
AddictedtoTrout
,December 30, 2010
By Addictedtotrout
from St. Peters, MO
Advantages: Ease of use, Value for money, Quality
"This is my first fly-rod and reel.
Seems to have really good action in the tip and is light and handles well. Can't wait to hit the water."
Seems to have really good action in the tip and is light and handles well. Can't wait to hit the water."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? No
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 8 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
fish catchen machine
,December 28, 2010
By 1Trout101
Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money
"I went out to Bennet Springs the other day and i had the best action out of a rod id ever had. It casted good and played good."
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Review 9 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
OK but could be better
,October 18, 2010
By NormS
from NH
Advantages: Value for money
Disadvantages: Appearance
"Craftsmanship on the blanks, fit, and balance were OK but the plastic reel seat is a real turn-off."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 4
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? No
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Review 10 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
Hobbs Creek Fly Rod
,October 15, 2010
By Pappylachia
from Eastern Ohio
Advantages: Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
Disadvantages: doesn't come with hard case
"Bought a 9', 8 wt, 4 piece Hobbs Creek fly rod recently. This is my first Bass Pro branded rod, and I like it very much. Nicely finished, rich dark brown color, comfortable handle and butt. The butt unscrews so you can store the rod in a 9' hard case, sold separately.
I'm having good success casting with this rod, better so far than my 5, 6, and 7 weights, none of which are Bass Pro products. I'm a beginner fly fisher, after 58 years using spinning and baitcasting methods. Old dog having fun learning new tricks.
This is a very good value for an entry level rod."
I'm having good success casting with this rod, better so far than my 5, 6, and 7 weights, none of which are Bass Pro products. I'm a beginner fly fisher, after 58 years using spinning and baitcasting methods. Old dog having fun learning new tricks.
This is a very good value for an entry level rod."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 4
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 11 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
Great Rod
,October 6, 2010
By chefyumyum
from Kansas
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
"This rod is great if beginers and it is also a good rod for pro's alike. It is great for bass, Rainbows, and most other lake fish. I have had it out every weekend since I bought it and it is holding up well, no issues what so ever. This rod is a great started rod for kids as well, easy to handle. If you have a good line spooled on you can cast it a mile."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? No
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 12 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
good rod
,July 27, 2010
By outofwyoming
Advantages: Performs well, Value for money
Disadvantages: Performance
"Nice action for the price. Reel was better than expected."
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Review 13 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
Super deal
,June 8, 2010
By Porf
from Fox Point, WI
Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
"Very nice fly rod with a great fit and finish. The 4 piece sections fit well. It is a handsom rig with great balance."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 4
Do you own a boat? No
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 14 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
Very Balanced
,May 24, 2010
By bowenbass
from Illinois
Advantages: Performs well, Value for money, Quality
"I've used all ranges of fly rods from Cheap to very expensive. This particular one is my favorite. This is the second one the I have purchased. The only problem that I had with the first one, is that it is not very durable when it got ran over by several cars."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 15 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
Very Long Rod
,May 17, 2010
By chipnator
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Value for money
"I liked the balance and action of this rod. It hands well, even in wind. I had a whole day with no wind snags or tangles. I would like to say that it is because of my technique but that would be a lie. It handled everything well. I was able to use it with reletive ease. the only downside witht his two peice rod was the length when tacken apart, still over 4'. A little difficult to get into and out of smaller cars. But action was great."
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Review 16 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
Great so far
,March 29, 2010
By WVUFlyFisher
from WV
Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
"I recently bought this rod in 7'6" 4wt 4 piece to use on some of the smaller native trout streams in southern WV. I chose the 7'6" because I usually fish on smaller streams with a lot of canopy covering them.
I have only tried this once so far, for about an hour on a larger stream (I was eager to use it and stopped there on my way home from work one evening), Even on the larger stream, I was able to easily reach the other side with ease. The lightweight design made casting very comfortable and the crisp action really let me punch through the wind and place my fly accurately and cleanly on the water.
And the rod is beautiful."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 3
Do you own a boat? No
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 17 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
Won't load the rod
,March 15, 2010
By Trying
Disadvantages: Difficult to use, Performance
"Even though I'm fairly new at Flyfishing I have used several different rods from friends. From Sage to Bluelight specials however I wish I would have tried this first. I'm watching the line forget feel and it still doesn't load. Buyers remorse is all I can say"
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 18 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
Amazing Purchase
,May 13, 2009
By acklaxer32
from Harrisburg, PA
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Value for money
"I bought the rod to go along with my new G. Loomis reel. Match made in heaven. This rod has brought in almost 100 trout since I bought it about 4 months ago. It is continually dependable, easy to break down and put together as well as travel with. I have the 5wt, 2-piece. It has amazing action and great casting range. I'm saving up now for my next one, an 8wt for bass and steelhead. I would highly recommend this to anyone."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 19 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
Good For Begginer or Pro
,February 11, 2009
By tjweavman
"Im fairly new at fly fishing and have had other rods before. Just the cheapies which worked fine for the time being. Then I recently got this White River Hobbs Creek and it is amazing. I have the 9 foot one. The sensitivity is just right and it can make an ok caster feel like a pro. It is super light and fatigue is'nt an issue with this pole. If you have a tight budget or just want a good fly rod I highly recommend this pole."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 20 for White River Fly Shop® Hobbs Creek® Fly Rods
Overall Rating:
good for anyone
,September 11, 2008
By treythabeast
from straight up, g
"i am an experienced fly fisherman and i fish for bass and tie my own flies. my dad wanted to get into fly fishing to so i bought him this rod in an 8wt 9'. i was very impressed with it. it looks good fishes good, and it has a moderate action that is good for beginners. i even use it sometimes. i fish with a white river classic. yes i could buy a more expensive rod but i couldnt buy a better one"
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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