New for 2026 is the updated Orvis Recon range of fly rods. This is the third iteration of the legendary Recon line-up, which fills the gap between the budget friendly Clearwater rods and the premium Helios 4 series. Being the middle child, the Recon III has some of the best characteristics of both. The Recon III is made to be abused and used as a tool, much like the Clearwater, yet has the refinement and shared technology of the Helios. It's a rod that will react better in hand while being a workhorse that doesn't require gentle parenting. From casting delicate dries on spider web leaders for Yellowfish on the Recon III Freshwater Rods or chuck-and-ducking pet store sized Amazon beast flies with the Recon III Saltwater Rods. With their mid-range price tag, whether you are looking to upgrade your Dulstroom 5wt or having to cast a heavy clouser in between tight structure (potential danger close to the rod tip stuff), there is a Recon III to fill the need. They are made to fish everywhere, hence why "Maps Not Included".
FEATURES
- Fast action castability with no-nonsense durability
- Black type III anodized aluminium reel seat (Freshwater: hardwood insert, Saltwater: fighting butt)
- Chrome snake guides with SiC insert stripping guides
- Colours:
- Freshwater- Matte olive blank with honey accents
- Saltwater- Matte blue blank with light blue accents
- Characteristic Orvis grey "sock" detail above the cork handle
- Handle configuration: snub-nosed half-wells (Freshwater), full-wells (Saltwater)
- Nylon-covered rod tube
- 25-Year Guarantee
- Made in the USA
- Models:
- 4-6wt Freshwater
- 7-9wt Saltwater
