TFO Axiom II-X Fly Rod Review: The Favorite Child!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching our review of the TFO Axiom II-X Fly Rod! What do you think of this rod? Comment below.

[@mikekuczynski1552]

Thanks for the review, I took a TFO BVK and Mangrove Both 8wt to Alaska this summer for a couple of weeks great rods . Will have to add one of these for next years trip . People who do not own a TFO rod and are thinking about purchasing one don’t be fooled by what people say about them ( they make a great backup rod ) that is just not true they are a great rod period .

[@Madriveroutfitters]

They are the #1 supplier of fly rods to the world. Much more than a "backup" rod that's for sure.

[@stewoutdoors3020]

Great review. I have never tried a TFO, looks like I should pick one up.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

#1 seller of fly rods in the world. They are worth having a look. Thanks for watching.

[@edbosley1138]

Thanks for sharing looks like a great rod I will be checking them out

[@Madriveroutfitters]

He really loves them. He can't stop talking about them here in the shop. Thanks for watching.

[@tonytribisonna9886]

You summed it up quite well Flip palette and TFO did an excellent job on the designed and build I have 6 ,8 and 9 weight TFO Axiom II-X Fly Rods I would love to get my hands on the 5 weight As you mentioned best warranty on the market nothing like Shimano Loomis Limited warranty Which really sucks !!!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@TheSeriousWaterman]

I have the original Axiom in 7t, the new guides are a nice upgrade, the original has a gold insert which looked awesome also. Its cool they matched the Inshore series rods color, so they will look right at home fishing the salt.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

john raffaghello They are really great fly rods! Thanks for being here.

[@rickhambric9737]

Picked up a 6wt for a truck rod. Compared to my Thomas and Thomas Exocett, this rod makes you work! It’s not a lazy caster’s smooth stroke rod. You need a good haul to get the performance out of the rod that you expect. It’s definitely not for everyone as it is a tank of a rod. I wish I had picked up a blitz for a little better feel and easier loading.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@lassilehtineva3967]

I love my 7wt TiCrX. It's fast action but not too stiff for playing fish. How would you compare the Axiom II-X to TiCrX?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching. You'd have to contact the folks at the shop thoguh for information like that. They are happy to help. You can e-mail or call them.

[@dutchflyfisher]

Hello there, I've seen the vids and I like this rod. I think about to buy the 6# rod. I want to fish the aspius aspius. They're about small 40 cm to big 80-90 cm. Can the 6# rod handle these guys? Better a 7#? greetings from The Netherlands and tight lines.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching. Please send your questions over to the folks at the shop via e-mail and they will get back to you there. They do not monitor the comments here but of course will answer your e-mail.

[@mikecrook8650]

Nice rod are they recommended more for saltwater or freshwater fishing and what type of line did you have on there

[@Madriveroutfitters]

You can use them for whatever you want. Brian fishes with the Flip Sight Line from Cortland. Has for 20+ years.

[@johnnylightning1491]

My wife just doesn't understand. Somehow she seems to think that it's possible to have too much fly fishing equipment. I have tried to disabuse her of this notion but to no avail. Soooo, I think this one's going to have to wait until I break one of my current 30 or so rods. Fortunately I can sneak fly tying stuff in the house in my back pocket. Thanks for all the great video Brian, they are both informative and entertaining.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Appreciate you being here.

[@pescaesportiva]

How does 5WT perform in river trout fishing? Can it throw terrestrials and eventually a dry fly?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Please contact the shop directly via e-mail or by phone and they will be happy to help and answer your questions. Thanks.

[@monspietd.4835]

What's a great fly line for the axiom ll X to shoot streamers, 8wt?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Best to check with the folks at the shop as they will have a mess of questions for you so as to get it right. Give them a call or shoot them an email and they will be happy to help. Thanks.

[@jimmynoname4089]

Sweet. Looks like i found my next rod!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Give a call to the shop if they can help. Thanks

[@cyberjonesy]

At first glance I'd say that this looks just about like the best rod there ever was. Now resuming video...

[@Madriveroutfitters]

It certainly ranks up there with the best.

[@andykjohnsonjohnson7622]

Great video Brian 🎣👍. Those rods look SEXXY as HELL 😘😊 . Crossing my fingers for Santa , to bring me one Christmas 😉😊

[@Madriveroutfitters]

We'll put in a good word for you. Thanks for watching.

[@tafisgado]

what about the differences between this one and Redington's Crux for a 8wt rod? Considering large flies/heavier lines...

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Tá Fisgado! Great question for the shop. Send them an email or better yet, give them a call. They will be happy to help. Thanks.

[@Kymarb2]

Is Axiom ll-X , 9’ 6wt or 5wt a good choice for smallmouth creek fishing ? Being a “saltwater” rod , is this to much rod or overkill ? Is there a better choice ? I would like to find something that could do double duty as bone fish rod and fun to use as a smallmouth rod .

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Please contact the shop directly and they will be happy to help/consult. Thanks.

[@zachmedeiros4163]

How would you compare the Axiom - IIX Vs Axiom - II?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Please contact the shop via e-mail or phone and they will be happy to help. Thanks.

[@landonboomsma2594]

Would the 9ft 5wt be a good first rod for someone kinda new into fly fishing? Looking for something that would be good for multi species in the Midwest

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Sounds like a great question for the shop. Give them a call or send them an e-mail and they will be happy to help. Thanks.

[@LouisianaSpey]

Bro that was my favorite 10wt rod, until hurricane Laura passes through and destroyed it. Now i can't find them for purchase

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Here you go, you can purchase one right here: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-15927-tfo-axiom-ii-x-fly-rod-9-10wt.aspx

[@charlespierson6086]

What's the rubber deal you have on the reel handle?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Called a Knucklehead. They are no longer available but we are working on a new supplier. We'll let you know. Brian won't fish without them.

[@andycordova5562]

@@Madriveroutfitters I don't see the Knucklehead. What is it? What does it do?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Andy Cordova Yellow foam grip on Brian’s reel handle. Just a foam grip really, not much other function.

[@ronaldfisher5093]

Good looking rod

[@Madriveroutfitters]

They are very well done.

[@ncsandman8468]

Great video........ been wanting to try some red fish on fly.... these rods need to be in my arsenal.... (gonna have to mention this to my wife)... as she said I have too much fishing.... I didn’t know that was possible.... lol

[@ncsandman8468]

Fishing gear I meant to say

[@Madriveroutfitters]

We’d be happy to send you some. Let us know.

[@yohkodevilhunter8292]

What are the differences between the Axiom II-X and Axiom II?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Please send your question over to the shop at [e-mail] and they will answer you there.

[@macchapman3502]

what line did you put on those?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

You'd have to check with the guys at the shop. We don't have that information here. E-mail or call them and they will be happy to consult.

[@blackflycreations]

AWESOME video just subbed! Love TFO I started a new Fishin channel if you're interested @Blackflycreations✌

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@devinallen5522]

Butter = fish

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Direct correlation.