I know this is old video biut Stream-X is awesome

This is such a great video. Would be awesome if you did an updated version of it!

You should concentrate on stopping your forward cast way earlier.

The Ultimate 7 Weight streamer rod…. is not a single handed rod 😉 I’d say something like a Burkheimer 10’6”-11’ switch. A little shorter if you’re really into single hand casting, but really why would you?

Thats crazy it looked like the line started dropping low at the end of the cast and the it just arc upwards

Surprised not to see the Sage payload!

Rod/reel combo with fishing kit as an emergency setup kzbin.infoUgkxntWMOZsO1Zfv-pdn_XuffEtNkTYAYu4Z recommend but started to use this every day. The rod is thick and seems durable. I keep it neatly tucked into a regular backpack all the time with my fishing gear, and can grab it anytime, put it on my back and go anywhere. I just read in another review that the rod length below the reel is adjustable as well, so I will try that too for even more portability. Probably the best setup I've ever owned. I lost the cap for the eyelets, but no big deal since I still have the black cloth sheath that came for the pole and I use that. Very portable and high quality.

250 gr is AFTMA standard 9 weight. So if your rod performs well with a 250 gr, you have a nine weight with a 7 weight sticker on it. I know this is 5 years old, and it's only getting more stupid as time goes by. I guess it's time to just abandon weight standard designations.

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"grains" - don't we do pounds/ounces in the USA?

I’ve been watching and sharing this video with new fly fishers for 4 years now. It’s simply one of the best videos I’ve ever found that explains the relationships between the rod - fly line - and fly so well. Regardless of rod wt. Todays rods as well as vintage rods all have a range of action’s that require figuring out the best set up of fly lines to make them shine. So like he says, there really aren’t any bad rods. You just have to find the set up that works best for you. I often fish 4 to 5 different fly lines on my streamer rods depending on conditions.

You guys should do one of these in every line wt. Extremely helpful hearing about the line weight preferences of each rod!

As where some of the entry level 7wt couldn’t handle the 300 grain line, would it be better for an entry level angler to find a $200 or so 8wt? Or am I off on that thought?

I just bought the Helios 3D 7wt, looking forward to throwing it.

V good rod

I have been fishing #6 weighted streamers with a RIO Sinking Tip 150 Grains Line with a 5 wt rod for more than 20 years....I do no see the need of a 7 wt rod at all. Just keep your 5 wt Rod with a RIO 150 Grain Line. Only if you use large articulated streamers you will need a 7 wt Rod. Just an opinion from a veteran streamer fisherman.

Love the video. This weight class is where I spend most of my time every year as my location has me fishing bass on the fly more often than any other species. Notice everything you talked about here is casting which is super important but versatility seems important. I went Helios 3F because I wanted a bit more feel and it sure does move plenty of line but I used it in a pinch steelhead fishing and really appreciated a bit more sensitivity in the tip section. Great video. I’m watching from here on!

I recommend 8 wt. 7wt is just a bit weak

Dude I've watched this 3 times. Awesome video! Please do another one with more rods - zane pro, nrx, scott sector, echo prime, echo streamer, greys gr80, etc. Thanks for the great content

When you state line weight in grains are you talking grains for the first 30' or entire head? Just want to clarify for myself. Before, I make a line purchase for my sage foundation. Thanks a bunch, and great video!

Great review ! Been looking for a bass rod in 7wt and mostly the SA SONAR/Titan Series of lines with streamers, clousers, crayfish patterns. What do you think of the H3D 9’ 7WT rod for that application ?

You guys still a fan of the foundation? I'm thinking about picking one up. Mainly fishing a 200 grain, but would like to throw some big drys with it as well. Thanks - great Vid

Very good video 👌 High end rods have often more develop costs why they hande light lines better and as you load grain on them they tend not to bog down and lose the accuracy! I have a Swedish made 90s 5/6# rod who kick ass because it do 150-300 grain whit no so issues. That rod is not made any more. So budget is a part and next how much will the rod been used ! Best regards from Sweden Scandinavia 🇸🇪

Grain has nothing to do with sink rate.

What a great video.

Thanks for the review. A few points for better or worse. I think your review confirmed that not all 7 weight rods are "true" 7 weights. 1) One company's 7 weight is not the same as another company's because different people are rating the rods. As stated in the review, one "7 weight" might cast a heavier line better or worse than another. This should make it clear that you really need to cast a rod with the line and fly that you will be using before you buy -- everybody casts differently so you can't rely on what another caster likes. 2) A rod should be able to cast well any line you choose - floating or sinking - just as long as the fly line is the appropriate weight for the rod. For a typical 7 weight rod, this is about a 240 grain shooting head line or a WF7F line that is 185 grains in the first 30 ft according to the standard AFTMA line weight table. These lines are about the same weight in the 40-50 ft that we false cast because the running line on the WF line is thick and heavy, but on the shooting head line is thin and light. Clear as mud? ha ha. 3) Finally, the range of line weights that a rod will cast comfortably - the rod's versatility - is a function of the rod taper not the price of the rod. A rod with a progressive taper that bends progressively more into the rod butt section for heavier lines will handle many line weights. Thanks again.

Thanks dude

Good video! What about casting small streamers on a heavy line? Like a 250g with smaller streamers. Does that work ok? Just wondering if you can do both big and small stuff on them.

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Thank you great review, Im getting a 7wt scott radian matched with a Hatch Finatic 7wt reel for stillwater fishing.

great review and waiting for u to make a review on the gloomis Asquith thks

Good work. Thanks!

Great video. Curious about 6wt. rods as well. I have an 8 wt sage for my 325 grain, but want to add a 6wt to my quiver for my 225 commando head and 250 streamer express. Thanks!

I have the Helios 3d in 5wt....I have tried most high end rods out there and agree that the Helios 3 really is in a class of its own

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What do you guys think of the St. Croix Mojo bass rod?

Great Review! Absolutely one the best. However, could you review the Orvis Clearwater 7wt and let us know your thoughts in comparison with the others? Thanks again for a great review and channel.

Sounds like the foundation is the best choice in the 3-400 range if you want to fish for carp, small mouth, trout streamers, pike, and light salt.

What about the Redington butterstick? lol

What size nautilus x is that?

Is this shop no longer? Can’t find it unfortunately

You guys are so right !!!! 3,5,7,wt NOT 4,6,8,wt but tell the world that today!

Interesting you didn't try the Sage Method which in my experience is very streamer focused design that can punch a 1/0 clouser across 20-30 km/h wind with great authority with a standard Rio Outbound Short( with a WF7F, not overlined .

Where would the Scott Meridian and Winston Biii Plus compare to the Radian And Helios D

Excellent review. I had the 3D in a 6wt and honesty wasn’t to fond of it so I exchanged it for the 3F which I absolutely love. It’s great with floating lines and intermediate lines but struggled with the sinking lines. I am now in the market for a dedicated streamer setup and did cast the 3D in the 7wt and fell in love with it. For some reason I just didn’t like the 6wt but boy the 7wt is a beauty and this review just solidified my answer! And I was debating between the Radian and 3D. I don’t mind the white label but Scott’s are absolutely stunning rods; on par with Winston’s.

Actually fly fishing has more to do with your ability to cast than who builds your fly rod , setup is critical !!

I"m kinda sorry that you didn't include one of the new Fenwick rods that have been received very favorably by other reviewers - I bought one and while its not up to my 7 wt. Sage its still really a pleasure to fish with.

Best review ever wow Never seen a test like this keep up the good work You guys are testing these rod for What Its ment to be used Heavy files,heavylines,light lines,alot of wind These are some of the though conditions we are facing I will buy this new Orvis Cheerz folks