Instead of the term entry level, Orvis prefers to describe their Encounter rod outfits as affordable awesomeness. Built for the hardcore angler, yet priced with frugality in mind, the freshly updated Encounter rod series combines state-of-the-art rod design with a smooth, crisp performancepackaged with a large arbor Encounter reel, weight-forward floating line, backing, and leader. The Encounter rod outfit is easily the best value-priced outfit of its kind. Imported.

• Built for the hardcore angler, yet priced with frugality in mind
• 4-piece
• 9′ 6-wt. offers increased power and distance
• Smooth, crisp performance
• Packaged with a size II Encounter reel, 6-wt. line, backing, 3X leader, and rod/reel case