Fly Fishing

aespen · Posted: Sun 05/27/12 3:31 pm Post subject: Lefty Kreh's Temple Fork Rods

I used one that a guide had and liked it a lot. They retail at about $250 for a 12 wt. I'm considering buying one instead of plunking down $750 for a Sage or GLoomis. I will use it for tarpon and pair it with an Abel super 11. Am I just being cheap or are these rods good? Thanks.

Here7ico · Location: Venezuela.

Hi Aespen, first check the model of the rod, TFO has several models with Lefty Kreh name:
-Signature 2pieces M/Fast
-Pro 4Pieces M/Fast
-TICR X Fast 4Pieces
-BlueWater 4Pieces, this one is an hibrid model, i understand is not a great caster but have a good lifting power.

For the price you mentionend i assume that is the TiCr X or the BlueWater.
I have cast the TiCr X, is fast and with more power compared to my old Pro Series (both in 10wt). I really liked it.
Personally in 10Wt I opt for the Echo Edge instead of the TiCr X, not so rigid but more accurate (personal opinion). I know the Tarpon 12wt is a diferent game.
TFO makes good Rods at great price, if i need a 12wt the TiCr X is my first choice for 250$.