Redington Predator Fly Rod Review (In-Depth and Hands-On)

[@tomt5176]

Hey guys. Thanks for this review. I bought a 12 weight predator rod some years ago and haven’t put a bend in it yet. At least I have a better idea of what to expect when I put it to use. Happy Thanksgiving to you all.

[@gilmer4eaglesbrah]

Hi, is that 12w heavy?

[@tomt5176]

@@gilmer4eaglesbrah Hey Gilmer. The rod isn’t that heavy relative to its size. It does have the additional cork handle above the full wells casting handle that adds a bit of weight. The monstrous 3 Tand reel filled with line sure makes it a beast. I did catch a nice permit on my 10 weight, but still haven’t bent the 12 wt Predator yet! Soon I hope…

[@gilmer4eaglesbrah]

@@tomt5176 hopefully soon, thighs lines 🎣 thank you.

[@tomt5176]

I dig tight thighs too 😉

[@AmbitiousAngler]

New to fly fishing this year, I purchased this exact rod for striped bass! Thanks for the review 😃

[@predatorking3131]

Do you think a 12 wt redington predator could handle a decent sized tarpon? I've been genuinely wondering cause most of the "best" tarpon rods ive found would break my bank, lol!

[@nicjovanovich6885]

Yes the Predator 12 would handle some pretty good size tarpon just fine. It's beefy enough for sure.

[@jeffg2535]

what would you recommend from Redington in terms of rod length/wieght for float tube fishing western mountain lakes that are often windy? thanks for the great content!!

[@intoflyfishing]

I'd go for a longer 10'+ rod to get the line high off the water. When I was in montana last I was at a 10ft 5wt that served me well in the tube :) Depends on what lakes and what size fish you'll find there. But 10'-10'6" might be your route.