TFO Blue Ribbon Fly Rod

Long days on the water, 10-hour shifts, cast after cast, however you want to describe the grind, TFO's new Blue Ribbon Fly Rods have just what you need. Made from a lightweight intermediate modulus carbon fiber material with a moderate action, the Blue Ribbon family of rods is lightweight while sporting an action that makes casting fun and maintains the power needed to turn a hot fish in the current. Adding a soft tip to this construction, the Blue Ribbon family of rods is a joy to cast all day long and has all the shock absorption you need to effectively fish light leaders. TFO incorporates convenient features like a quick line weight ID on the cork, an integrated hook keeper, and alignment dots, further taking the hassle out of those long shifts. Quality components like an uplocking aluminum reel seat and SiC stripping guides ensure that this rod stands the test of time and hard use. The Blue Ribbon Fly Rods are made in line weights 2 through 7 to let you find the perfect choice whether casting small terrestrials in a tiny meadow stream or working undercut banks with an articulated streamer on the Au Sable River in Michigan.

Blank

Intermediate Modulus Carbon Fiber - Lightweight, responsive, and just a joy to cast, the Blue Ribbon series of rods are made with an Intermediate Modulus Carbon construction. This blank features a moderate-fast action that improves feel and feedback while also having the power you need when the wind picks up.

Finish
Finished in a sharp chestnut brown color, the Blue Ribbon Rod has a timeless appearance that's equally at home on your favorite Blue Ribbon Trout Stream as it is on your local stocked pond.

Guides

SiC Stripping Guides - A solid choice for this mid-priced series of rods, these SiC Stripping Guides shoot line freely and maintain durability over years of use.

Chromium-Impregnated Stainless Steel Snake Guides - A super lightweight addition that provides excellent performance, the chromium-impregnated stainless steel snake guides on the Blue Ribbon are perfect for long days on the water. These snake guides are anti-corrosive and have very minimal weight, so you can handle those ten-hour shifts with ease.

Reel Seat

Up-locking Aluminum Reel Seat - Durable, lightweight, and ready to stay locked in whenever you hook the pool boss of your dreams, the Blue Ribbon features an Up-Locking Aluminum Reel Seat. This choice offers solid performance and its brushed appearance adds additional appeal to this sharp rod.

Rod Tube

Flying out to your favorite western stream or taking the backroads home after a long day on the water, your Blue Ribbon Rod is sure to stay nice and safe in the included rod sock and tube.

Warranty

As of July 2024, TFO offers a warranty that covers defects in material and workmanship. Should you break or damage your rod due to an accident or typical wear and tear, TFO offers repair or a replacement for a fee. TFO also offers replacement sections at a fee for a faster alternative.

More Info
Rod Action: Moderate-fast

Best for: Dry Flies, Wet Flies, Nymphs, and Streamers

Grip: Reverse Half Wells (7'6 2 weight, 8' 3 weight, 8'6 4 weight, 9' 4 weight, 9' 5 weight, and 9' 6 weight)

Full Wells (10' 3 weight, 10' 4 weight, and 10' 5 weight)

Full Wells w/ Fighting Butt (9' 6 weight and 9' 7 weight)

Ability Level: Intermediate (learn more)

Recommended Lines
Scientific Anglers Amplitude Smooth Trout Fly Line
Rio Gold Premier Fly Line