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L.L.Bean Apex G3 Fly Rod

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Item:9'4 wt
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Product Details

The third generation of our pinnacle fly rod is the best yet. Tested from Maine to the Bahamas on fish of all kinds, it features a lightweight graphite blank with graphene resin technology that delivers power and accuracy while maintaining the ability to make delicate presentations.

We think you'll find the Apex to be an ultra-versatile rod that performs as well as rods costing twice as much. It features a fast, crisp action that delivers flies with accuracy and power. A supple tip section allows precise presentations to fish at close range without sacrificing distance or fish fighting backbone. Whether you're into Euro nymphing, delicate dry fly fishing or aggressive saltwater fish, there's an Apex for you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: What type of action does the Apex G3 Fly Rod have?

    A: It has a fast action for a crisp, responsive feel. That fast action is designed to help deliver flies with accuracy and power, while the tip is built to support more precise, delicate presentations.

  • Q: What line weights are available in the Apex G3 Fly Rod family?

    A: Our Apex G3 lineup includes 4- to 9-weight rods. The 4 to 6 weights feature a half-well flor-grade cork grip with synthetic tipping and a burl wood spacer, while the 7 to 9 weights add a full-well flor-grade cork grip, a cork synthetic tipped fighting butt, and a carbon insert.

  • Q: What is the benefit of the graphene resin technology in the blank?

    A: The blank uses a graphene-impregnated resin designed to improve durability, increase strength-to-weight ratio, and enhance sensitivity. The result is a lightweight feel with the feedback you want when casting and fishing.

  • Q: How does this rod compare to previous Apex rods in feel?

    A: The blank is 5 to 7% thinner in diameter than previous Apex rods. That slimmer diameter is designed to create a lower swing weight feel in hand.

  • Q: Does the Apex G3 Fly Rod come with a case or tube?

    A: Yes, it includes a fabric covered tube with interior dividers. The dividers help keep the sections separated for storage and travel.

  • Q: Can I use this rod in saltwater, and what care does it need afterward?

    A: Yes, it can be used in saltwater. Afterward, rinse it with freshwater, as recommended, to help keep it in great shape.

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