I have to admit to being something of an Orvis guy. Most days I look like I stepped right out of the catalog. Granted, I once worked for Orvis in Vermont so it could be I've an excuse - not that I necessarily need one. I've still many friends who are employees of the company, some of whom are featured in the video I've attached to this string. Whatever your feelings about Orvis may be - and I realize that the company suffers no shortage of detractors - I have to say that some of the people who work there are among the finest folks I know. They're dedicated to producing a quality product that any bug chucker would be proud to own.
And if you are one of those nay-sayers then I've something of a challenge for you. Fish one of the new Orvis sticks - an H2, Access, or perhaps even the new Clearwater - just for a day. I'll even let you borrow one of mine. I can almost certainly guarantee that you'll be pleasantly surprised - even if you can't bring yourself to admit it.
And in reading this, please keep in mind that I haven't a history of propping up any company. In five years of maintaining this blog I've never done a product review. I don't receive compensation for any of my efforts (regardless of how much I might like to be compensated) - not from Orvis or from the representatives of any other company. If I give my opinion then you can be sure it is my honest opinion.
Now ... please go try a rod.
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3 comments:
That's a great video. I'm an Orvis guy, too. That's really cool that you worked for them in Vermont. What did you for them?
Justin, I was just one of the retail guys working in the fly shop end of the retail store. I spent my days spooling reels and tying flies - in both the original "red" store and the new(ish) flagship store. Best job in the company as far as I'm concerned. I miss it sometimes.
This is a realistic video about people who love Fly Rods. It speaks about "Passion" for something in Life being greatly important. Simply put, "It Just Is". I found this seeking information about the Orvis Access Fly Rod, which will be my 6th fly rod purchase. After holding it my my hand and false casting it, yesterday I instantly wanted one. I have a new Sage Access rod and a really good rod, but the Orvis rod will compliment my new fishing season. Can't wait.
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