Gl4

[BRY]

I own a St Croix Ultra Legend 6w, an Orvis Silver Label 6w, a Loomis GL3 5w and a Loomis GL4 4w 9'. The GL4 is my favorite rod out of the bunch. I have heard alot of praise from several of the posters about the Orvis rods but I think it is mostly employer loyalty. Not to say the Orvis rods are inferior, just that I prefer my GL4. To be honest, I wish I would have spent the extra money and purchased a GLX instead of my Orvis. Just my personal preference.

[Geezer]

I would bet that if you took a GLX out for one day, you would fall in love. But eveyone has there own personel preferences. The GLX has very fast action and plenty of muscle i love mine.

[Geezer]

Try a 7' 3wt for the 24+ microflies.

[nhancock]

I owned a G Loomis GL4 about 5 years ago. Someone decided they wanted it more than I did and took it out of the back of my truck. I thaught it was a great rod. My parents home owners insurance covered the rod and I was able to replace it.

When I went to the flyshop (Great Basin - now out of business) the guy talked me into a Thomas and Thomas. The rod was cheaper but in my opinion in no way inferior. I was able to purchase a better reel with the remainder of the money. I love the T&T every bit as much as the G Loomis. And it was about half the price.

My point is, I have never been a big proponant of big name brands. At some point you begin paying for a name on the side of the rod as opposed to better technology and quality. Scientific Angler is a great example. They offer quality products at a price significantly less than other brands.

[G-stone]

how is the gl3? what action is it? it's a little less money so i'm wondering how it compares?

[Jason B]

I use the GL3 with clients that i am guiding. It is a faster rod and is great for the price.

[Vanilla]

I have a 9ft 5 wt. GL3 and absolutely love it. It is a faster action rod, great for all the fishing I do. I also have a 7 1/2 ft 3wt Temple Fork Rod. I like it a lot too. For my Alaska fishing (which I have never done, but plan to) I have a 9 ft 8wt Orvis Silver Label. I have a hell of a time casting that. Most people I have talked to say that it is easier to cast a heavier rod further, maybe I am a freak, but I can cast my GL3 further. I back up the GL3 to the death....great rod.

[RipRap]

I have Scott, Sage, Orvis, G. Loomis and St. Croix rods and I have to say that I agree, G. Loomis make some damn fine sticks. I like G. Loomis because when they say their rod is a 9 foot for a 5 weight, then that is exactly what it is. They are fast, powerful rods without sacrificing sensitivity. Orivs used to make some damn fine rods, one in particular was the Spring Creek 9 foot 3 inch for a 5 that was sweeeeeet!, but I'm not to impressed with the ones they are making today.

Haven't had a chance to try the GLX yet, but the GL3 is a damn fine rod. Hands down.

[Bamabum]

I have a question regarding this Rod my father purchased in 92 but never used because of his long illness and recent passing. I have listed this Rod on ebay under my ebay ID of georgiabellelab1. My question is simply what is it worth. I cannot find any reference too it and if I understand it has not been manufactured for a while. Is this true? Feel free to look. It is a two peice rod which I am sure you all know. We dont fly fish down here in alabama much so that tells you what I know about the sport. But we do love to Bass fish for lunkers and if I could find a rod like this for bass fishing it would definitely be an experience. Thanks for any input you fine folks to send my way.

Bamabum

[jonnygoheavy]

I have a Zero Gravity, and I love it, I got a 8'6" 4w. So far its my favorite rod.

[Danny]

I own a St Croix Ultra Legend 6w, an Orvis Silver Label 6w, a Loomis GL3 5w and a Loomis GL4 4w 9'. The GL4 is my favorite rod out of the bunch. I have heard alot of praise from several of the posters about the Orvis rods but I think it is mostly employer loyalty. Not to say the Orvis rods are inferior, just that I prefer my GL4. To be honest, I wish I would have spent the extra money and purchased a GLX instead of my Orvis. Just my personal preference.

Have you thrown an Orvis Zero Gravity or T3? I have a 9ft 5wt GL3 and I absolutely love it. GREAT ROD. But, when my buddy with the T3 offers to let me use it for a day, I always take him up on it.

The point is a Silver Label may be a good rod, but isn't the best Orvis has to offer.