The Official GOAT List: Ranking the Greatest Fly Rod Brands of All Time
The 'Greatest Fly Rod Brands of All Time' debate is like a Wild West showdown, folks, where every passionate angler thinks their brand of choice is the holy grail of fishing. You got the die-hard Orvis loyalists squaring off against the Sage enthusiasts like it's a gladiatorial arena, and don't even get me started on the Loomis fanatics—it's like a cult in there! They argue over the most absurdly specific details: the action of the rod, the weight distribution, heck, even the color of the guides! It's like watching a Shakespearean drama unfold, but instead of tragic heroes, you've got overly caffeinated fishermen passionately describing why their rod of choice could outcast a rod made of unicorn hair. The stakes? Nothing less than the pride of their fishing tribe! Honestly, it’s a cultural phenomenon that brings out every angle of obsession and humor in the world of fishing. Who knew fly rods could spark such intense debates? Welcome to the depths of angling fanaticism; may the best rod win!
1. SAGE
Sage is currently the #1 Greatest Fly Rod Brands of All Time winning 75.3% head-to-head battles.
2. WINSTON
Winston is currently the #2 Greatest Fly Rod Brands of All Time winning 66.8% head-to-head battles.
3. SCOTT
Scott is currently the #3 Greatest Fly Rod Brands of All Time winning 64.0% head-to-head battles.
4. G. LOOMIS
G. Loomis is currently the #4 Greatest Fly Rod Brands of All Time winning 63.4% head-to-head battles.
5. THOMAS & THOMAS
Thomas & Thomas is currently the #5 Greatest Fly Rod Brands of All Time winning 61.9% head-to-head battles.
6. ORVIS
Orvis is currently the #6 Greatest Fly Rod Brands of All Time winning 61.3% head-to-head battles.
7. HARDY
Hardy is currently the #7 Greatest Fly Rod Brands of All Time winning 45.6% head-to-head battles.
8. ECHO
Echo is currently the #8 Greatest Fly Rod Brands of All Time winning 37.8% head-to-head battles.
9. TFO (TEMPLE FORK OUTFITTERS)
TFO (Temple Fork Outfitters) is currently the #9 Greatest Fly Rod Brands of All Time winning 34.7% head-to-head battles.
10. LOOP
Loop is currently the #10 Greatest Fly Rod Brands of All Time winning 34.4% head-to-head battles.
11. REDINGTON
Redington is currently the #11 Greatest Fly Rod Brands of All Time winning 31.2% head-to-head battles.
12. DOUGLAS OUTDOORS
Douglas Outdoors is currently the #12 Greatest Fly Rod Brands of All Time winning 24.1% head-to-head battles.
13. ST. CROIX
St. Croix is currently the #13 Greatest Fly Rod Brands of All Time winning 23.6% head-to-head battles.
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