The St. Croix Connect 5-Weight Fly Rod is a versatile, medium-fast action fly rod designed for anglers who want dependable performance across a wide range of trout water. Whether you’re casting to rising fish on the Yellowstone, Rocky Mountain freestones, or Eastern rivers in the Shenandoah Valley, Mid-Atlantic Tailwaters, Catskills and Adirondacks, this rod delivers smooth power, accuracy, and control.
The Connect series excels at dry-fly fishing with a dropper, handling light nymph rigs, and swinging streamers with confidence. Its medium-fast action loads easily yet has enough backbone to manage wind, longer casts, and aggressive presentations. Available in 8'6" or 9' lengths, both models are built as 4-piece rods, making them ideal for travel and everyday use.
Each rod includes a protective rod tube, cloth rod bag, and a 5-year St. Croix warranty, offering durability and peace of mind.
Complete Fly Rod Outfit Includes:
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St. Croix Connect 8'6" 5-Weight OR 9' 5-Weight Fly Rod (4-piece)
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Orvis Clearwater III Fly Reel (available in Charcoal, Black or Dark Pine--See Note Below)
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Scientific Anglers Air Cel WF-5-F Fly Line
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Backing
Custom Shop Service
We provide free professional spooling so you can head straight to the stream.
How to Order: After purchasing, please email us your order number with your reeling hand preference(Left or Right) and your preferred reel color. Note: Charcoal will be shipped by default if no color is specified.
A proven, affordable 5-weight trout outfit built for versatility—from dries to streamers and everything in between.