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Originally Posted by loochy
Look at some Temple Fork Outfitters (TFO) rods. They are right in your price range and they are quality rods. They also come with a complete no fault warranty, so if you break your rod for whatever reason you just send it in with $25 for shipping and they fix or give you a new rod.
Also, you don't need much for a reel when you start out. For the most part, unless you are working for large ocean fish, the reel just acts as a line holder. You'll end up playing most fish with your hands by stripping in line.
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^ This.
I like the TFO Rods. I have one for a backup/loaner/messy creek fishing Rod. They are well built and cast nice. St Croix has a similar program for the no fault warranty. I usually seem to break a rod once a year (car door or stupid friends), and the no fault or upgrade deal is very nice. Plus I like St. Croix Rods.
Often Sierra Trading Post has blowout deals on Fly Rods.