Moonshine Rod Company Fast Action Fly Fishing Rod – Carbon Fiber Graphite Rod with Zippered Travel Case – Drifter II, Vesper, Epiphany ESN, Outcast, Phantom & Rambler Series - 2WT up to 12WT Rods
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Size: 5WT- 9'
Style: Trout Fishing
Features
- High Quality Construction - Performance, higher modulus carbon fiber makes it much lighter than the DrifterExtra Tip Included - Each Drifter II comes with two rod tip sections, so you'll always have a replacement handy. Breaking your tip in a car door or tree leaving you sidelined is a thing of the past I with excellent swing weight in Moderate-Fast action, along with a beautiful burl reel seat and anti-glare finish
- Extra Tip Included - Each Drifter II comes with two rod tip sections, so you'll always have a replacement handy. Breaking your tip in a car door or tree leaving you sidelined is a thing of the past
- Its in the Details - SiC strippping guides, metallic copper accents and alignment dots, light wire single foot guides, AAA grade cork, and uplocking rings with derlin bushings
- Easy to Travel - Each rod comes with a 5 compartment embroidered cordura tube
- Built for the Elements We understand your fly fishing adventures can present obstacles that can leave you dead in the water. 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: Carbon Fiber
Color: Vintage Brown
Number of Pieces: 1
Fishing Technique: Fly
Number of Pieces: 1
Fishing Technique: Fly
Target Species: fish
Action: Moderate-Fast
Line Weight: 5wt
Grip Type: Full Wells
Tension Supported: medium, high
Fishing Rod Power: Light
Material Type: Carbon Fiber
Handle Material: Cork
Color: Vintage Brown
Brand Name: Moonshine Rod Company
Model Name: Drifter II
Age Range Description: Adult
Manufacturer: Moonshine Rod Company
UPC: 850765008816
Item Type Name: fishing-rods
Included Components: 4 Piece Rod with 1 extra rod tip and 5 compartment embroidered rod tube
Warranty Description: Lifetime manufacturer’s warranty with an industry-competitive fee to get you back up and running in no time.
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Top Amazon Reviews
Size: 7WT- 10'
Style: Trout Fishing
The craftsmanship on this rod is absolutely top-notch. From the moment you take it out of the case, you can tell it’s made with care and attention to detail. As someone who really appreciates quality gear, I was impressed right away. Out on the water, this rod performs just as well as it looks. The casting is smooth and accurate, with a great feel and balance in hand. It loads well and delivers a clean presentation without much effort. I’ve used it primarily on the North Platte River in Wyoming and had excellent success with it—plenty of control even in variable conditions, and the backbone to handle feisty trout. The weight feels just right for all-day use, and I had no issues with fatigue or strain after long sessions. It’s clear Moonshine Rod Co. knows what they're doing. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just looking for a rod that will help you grow in the sport, this is a rock-solid choice and a great value. The weight and size of the rod are perfect for larger rivers. It's not the best choice for fishing small rivers and creeks but for decent sized fish this is a great option. Highly recommend—beautiful rod, reliable performance, and a great company behind it.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2025 by Jeremiah p.
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
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