Moonshine Rod Co. Fly Fishing Rod with Carrying Case and Extra Rod Tip Section, Slow-Medium-Fast Action, 2-12wt
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Tuesday, May 20
Size: 5wt 10'
Style: Fast - Vesper - High Performance
Features
- LIGHTWEIGHT HIGH PERFORMANCE CONSTRUCTION With superb balance, dampening, and swing weight, the Vesper Series lightweight design provides ultimate accuracy. This rod features an anti-glare, slate blank with midnight bindings. Rods in this series are made of high-modulus nano-matrix carbon fiber and titanium frame SiC stripping guides.
- DYNAMIC 4-PIECE ROD Field-tested and guide-approved, high-performance Vesper Series rods come in moderate-fast (3-6wt) and fast action (7-10wt) models. The AAAA grade cork, HD double blackout rings, Delrin bushings, and fighting butt set this rod above the competition.
- PORTABLE CORDURA TUBE This rod comes with a durable, 5-compartment rod sock and an extra rod tip section. Embroidered with the Moonshine logo, the rod tube protects your fly rod from bumps, dirt, water, mud, and more. The cases sleek, compact design gives you the freedom to fly fish anywhere.
- HIGH SENSITIVITY If you're looking for the ability to send long-distance casts and intuitive hand feel, the Vesper Series Moonshine Rods are designed for you. This dynamic rod includes light wire single foot guides and AAAA grade cork with tobacco tiger reel seat and downlocking rings.
- BUILT TO LAST We understand your fly fishing adventures can present obstacles that can leave you dead in the water with a busted rod. When you invest in Moonshine, you'll get a lifetime manufacturers warranty with an industry-competitive fee to get you back up and running in no time.
Brand: Moonshine Rod Company
Material: Nano Matrix Carbon Fiber
Color: Slate Blue
Number of Pieces: 1
Fishing Technique: Fly
Brand: Moonshine Rod Company
Material: Nano Matrix Carbon Fiber
Color: Slate Blue
Number of Pieces: 1
Fishing Technique: Fly
Item Weight: 1.39 Pounds
Model Name: Vesper
Age Range (Description): Adult
Action: Moderate-Fast
Grip Type: Fighting Butt
Tension Level: high
Handle Material: Cork
Manufacturer: Moonshine Rod Company
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H: 34.6 x 2.5 x 2.5 inches
Package Weight: 0.64 Kilograms
Brand Name: Moonshine Rod Company
Warranty Description: Lifetime manufacturer’s warranty with an industry-competitive fee to get you back up and running in no time.
Suggested Users: unisex-adult
Number of Items: 1
Style: Fast - Vesper - High Performance
Size: 5wt 10'
Date First Available: May 30, 2020
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Tuesday, May 20
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Top Amazon Reviews
First off, I don't leave reviews almost ever, so that should tell you something right off the bat. I started my fly fishing journey about a year ago with the KastKing Emergence combo. It's a ~$130ish rod 'n reel set up that gets you in the water as quick as possible. For someone who had never fly fished before, it was a fantastic combo to get you going. As I started to fly fish more often (around 3-4 times a week) I decided it may be time to invest a bit more into my hobby. I did my research, watched my YouTubes, and found my way to this guy here. One of my gripes with the Emergence was that I felt as though I couldn't ever cast out as far as I needed to. I'm primarily a stillwater fisher; you won't catch me on streams and such often (no trout where I live). I decided to stick with a 5wt, but went up to a 10 foot rod. My first cast with this rod took about a fourth of the amount of false casting I normally would've done to get the amount of line out that I needed. After two days, I've already landed a personal best largemouth. This thing is the truth! If my old rod was a rifle, this thing is a howitzer. It's unbelievable how far I can cast out with this rod. Pros: - Beautiful rod, very classy - Well constructed, appears durable (time will tell) - Medium action, allows for more tactile feel while in the water and also more bend in the rod for longer casting. - Effortless casting. A beginner was able to operate this rod like a seasoned pro within 15 minutes. - Comes with extra tip section. Cons: - No guide dots on the sections. This is a minor gripe and can be DIY remedied if you wish. - The cork feels wonderful, but I noticed very small pieces of it flaking off once my hand got a little wet. I'm unsure if it'll last through the rigors of kayaking, but again, time will tell.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2020 by David
I found Moonshine Rods while researching for blanks to build a flyrod to replace one that got donated to the fish gods. I spent 3 days researching Moonshine after finding them here on Amazon. I've enjoyed fast action flyrods for years, but as I get older I find I like a little slower, less demanding action. The Drifter seemed like "the one" to me. I ordered a 9' 5weight. 2 days later, I was opening a box to reveal something I didnt expect. A VERY NICE looking rod appeared as the packaging went away. Initially, you are attracted to the burl wood insert on the reel seat, then the cork handle, and then your eyes start wandering over the guides thread windings. Beautifully executed, no gaps, no lumps and well done top coat finish. After receiving my new reel and line, I strung up this gem and headed to the yard to see how this baby casts. Few false casts to feel out the action and let her rip. That's when I noticed something you don't see even on high dollar factory rods unless its a custom build on a mass produced blank. Most rods don't have enough line guides. This causes the line to sag between the guides, slowing down line speed and making casting long distance difficult. This rod has more line guides than most 9' rods, and if you load the action up statically, you'll find the line follows the blank perfectly! The Drifter casts effortlessly for me to 50-60 feet. and further with a bit more effort. Well done Moonshine Rod Co, for actually building a flyrod correctly!!! The extra tip section is a nice bonus as well. I'm looking forward to actually fishing this rod. At 200 bucks, I wouldnt call this a "budget" rod, but I would call it a very high value/per dollar spent rod. You can spend more, you could spend less, but this rod hits right in the feels for the best bang/$$ IMO. BTW, customer service is unbelievable. I emailed a question at 6:30 PM mountain time, I got a response and hour later. How many business answer emails after hours? These folks are awesome
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Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2021 by James Flinchbaugh
Size: 4wt 9'
Style: Fast - Vesper - High Performance
The quality of Moonshine Fly Rods are beyond expectations. I bought a Vesper 4wt 9’ rod and what a rod it is. It is super light (2.7 oz) and looks beautiful. When I first placed the order I went through Amazon. Although the rod was not damaged, the rod case was torn open on one end. Since the box showed no signs of damage, I have to believe someone at amazing was careless. Nonetheless, I emailed Moonshine and they told me to return it to Amazon for a refund. I made the next purchase directly from Moonshine. Dakota not only answered several of my questions, she helped me make a final decision on the Vesper. By buying directly from the company I also received a 10% LEO/Military/First Responder discount on the rod. I received the same discount when I added the Ross Reel Colorado to the order. There is an additional 10% off when you buy a reel with the rod. Great savings on an already great price. And shipping is free. The Colorado model Ross Reel is a classic reel redesigned with modern materials. Gorgeous reel and really like weight. Perfect match with the lightweight Vesper rod. In closing, this is a great company making great rods, and providing their customers with amazing service. Thank you Dakota. Thank you Moonshine. As an update to my review, I felt the platinum color of the Ross Reel was not a good look with the darker color of the Vesper Rod. Personal preference since the platinum color is still a great look. Nonetheless, I asked Moonshine if I could exchange the platinum color reel for the Black color. A simple email to customer service and within an hour of me making the request I received a notice that my reel was on its way. I cannot say enough about this company. Quality product at a great price. You will pay $900 or more for a rod elsewhere and not get better quality.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2022 by Amazon Customer
This fly rod can serve as an ideal choice for a single, adaptable fly rod capable of navigating various fishing scenarios with ease and proficiency. I used the rod (9'0" 5WT) to catch 14-18 inch trout in a large creek (500 g/sec, 3 ft deep, 40-50 ft wide). Each cast with wet or dry flies felt natural and precise. It offered a balance of good casting distance and accuracy and seemed suitable for various fishing locations on the water. I have several fly rods, but this is my favorite. The benefits of using the rod outweigh the purchase price.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2024 by Jim