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Old 10-24-2014, 10:31 AM
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Default Redington Torrent 3wt vs St Croix Imperial 3wt

I'm looking for a small creek rod.
Redington is 7'6 which could be an advantage in limited space, and possibly a bit stiffer. St.Croix is 1 foot longer, but it is 100$ cheaper.

Any thoughts are much appreciated.
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Old 10-24-2014, 11:59 AM
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I can't speak for any of those models in particular, but I have a 3wt 7'6" and the shorter rod is actually great for smaller streams. You never really realized it until you use one but definitely makes a difference.
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Old 10-24-2014, 02:00 PM
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Get the imperial. They are the best bargain stick on the market.
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Old 10-24-2014, 05:23 PM
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Not sure about the torrent but the imperial is like a tree branch. Way to quick in my opinion for a small stream. Ct by redington or whatever it's called now. my favorite right now is echo's carbon. It has a matt finish that doesn't shine like a beacon small streams. I would like to get a butter stick or echo glass next year. Way more control and better for laying down flys smoothly.
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Old 10-24-2014, 05:43 PM
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Thank you for opinions, guys
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Old 10-24-2014, 05:59 PM
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I'd say St Croix is a pretty good deal and it might help you in nymphing and high sticking better
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Old 10-24-2014, 09:59 PM
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I have an echo glass 4wt and it is 7'6" great rod for small streams, I just started using it this summer with an orvis access reel and I LOVE it! I'm pretty sure they make a 3wt as well, I would definitely recommend Echo glass rods, I even used it at some hike in cutthroat lakes and it was great
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Old 10-24-2014, 10:55 PM
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Is the access a mid arbor reel as well. I have the old style redington rise on my carbon 3 wt 7'6 it's a mid arbor. I'm not a huge fan of the 8' to 9' rods on small streams. Or the large arbor reels
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Old 10-25-2014, 10:50 AM
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Default Redington Torrent 3wt vs St Croix Imperial 3wt

I love the blue halo rods they cast like a dream and overall a great rod
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Old 10-25-2014, 04:25 PM
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between those two I'd say st croix.

But I think you're making a mistake if you don't check out echo and greys
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Old 10-27-2014, 05:46 PM
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i'd definitely check out some fiberglass rods for a 3 wt. You'll mostly be casting dries and might not want a faster stiffer rod. Or maybe you will? Fiberglass is tougher and will take a beating (which it usually will with a 3 wt). I've heard good things about the butterstick, echo glass and scott glass. I have an orvis superfine and its pretty much the only rod I fished last season. For me, glass has better accuracy and feels smoother. Much better at short casts, loads well into the cork. Just try out a bunch and see what you like. I know the temptation is to always see how far a rod casts, but realistically you should try short casts to a target under 30 ft to really test for the best one. Good luck
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Old 10-28-2014, 09:50 AM
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I'd say the shorter rod. I've tried some bushwhacking with my 9' 5wt and wished for something more compact and also not a fast action as my Sage. A nice little noodle would be perfect. I'm assuming you have something more robust for your average stream and river.
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If you like the action of the St Croix Imperial it is made in North America so myself, I would lean towards that. I love my 5wt Imperial and it's not made in China!
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Old 10-29-2014, 08:50 AM
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So, I finally bought St.Croix and tested it on a creek last Sunday.
It's very nice stick, but I need to admit I have very fly fishing limited experience.
The discounted price was one the main drivers to buy it and also the review on yellowstoneangler website.
Now I'm waiting for the next season
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Old 10-29-2014, 08:55 AM
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If you like the action of the St Croix Imperial it is made in North America so myself, I would lean towards that. I love my 5wt Imperial and it's not made in China!
Neither are made in Canada. One is made in a country that wants to buy our oil, the other is made in a country that doesn't.
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Old 10-29-2014, 05:17 PM
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So, I finally bought St.Croix and tested it on a creek last Sunday.
It's very nice stick, but I need to admit I have very fly fishing limited experience.
The discounted price was one the main drivers to buy it and also the review on yellowstoneangler website.
Now I'm waiting for the next season
Good choice. You'll never go wrong with st croix sticks.
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Old 10-29-2014, 05:57 PM
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So, I finally bought St.Croix and tested it on a creek last Sunday.
It's very nice stick, but I need to admit I have very fly fishing limited experience.
The discounted price was one the main drivers to buy it and also the review on yellowstoneangler website.
Now I'm waiting for the next season
Sounds great I'm hoping to head out few more times til' next season
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Old 10-30-2014, 12:26 AM
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So, I finally bought St.Croix and tested it on a creek last Sunday.
It's very nice stick, but I need to admit I have very fly fishing limited experience.
The discounted price was one the main drivers to buy it and also the review on yellowstoneangler website.
Now I'm waiting for the next season
just my .02c but I would try to buy what suits me rather than whats on sale
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Old 10-31-2014, 09:11 AM
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just my .02c but I would try to buy what suits me rather than whats on sale
me too, if I knew what suited my needs better
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Old 10-31-2014, 12:28 PM
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An old Orvis 7' 9" . Now in the overpriced Superfine line. The old snob classic.
The line loads like an Old Colt Python hammer.

An old Sage 7' 6' Flight. Don't tell anyone, but that is my favourite rough and tough in the bushes "slingshot" .
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Old 11-17-2014, 01:46 PM
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I picked up a Grey's GRXi+ 7 foot 3 weight a couple years ago That I absolutely love on the small streams! I think it only cost me about $100, and being a 4 piece, it fits very well in a backpack.
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