Looking for #3 weight 9'

[Frank Roepke]

I am considering getting a #3 weight 9’. Right now I have a TFO Lefty Kreh Series One #3 7’6” and would like the additional length for better casting distance and fly control. Price range is under $300. Cabela’s offers the LST but can’t seem to find much out there unless I go big money like the sage.
Any of you Gent’s use a #3 weight 9’ and what would you recommend.

Thanks,

Frank

[SHigSpeed]

I hear the Rainshadow 8'6" 4 pc 3 wt is supposed to be a sweet blank. I was planning on building one myself when I had some time. I would still love to have a nice 9' for the tube though...

I did build an eBay blank 4 pc 3/4 wt but it's pretty clumsy - more of a high stick rod than a finesse dry fly stick.

_SHig

[aaron]

The only one I know of off hand is the Z axis but slightly out of your price range. I've owned the 8 1/2' #3 TFO pro for many years and am really happy with it.

[Bill Kiene semi-retired]

We have a new Redington CPX 9' #3 - 4 pc rod in stock for $299.00

The entire CPX series from #3 to #12 weight is a winner.

[pgw]

I used an Orvis 9' 3 wt until I picked up a Sage 8'9" 3wt LL. While the 9' rod provided a little more line control, the Sage gives me more of a feel when the fish is on.

Paul

[Mumbles]

I have the Z Axis 9' and it is a very fine rod indeed. If you are willing to consider an 8'6" rod instead of 9' and save a lot of coin, consider the Redington CT 863-4. I have the Redington CT in 2 and 4 wts and have friends with the 3wt and we all love the retro medium action of that series. For the price they are nothing short if amazing. Best.

[Bill Kiene semi-retired]

If you want a faster action go for the Redington CPX series. 9'#3 - 4pc = $299

If you want a softer action go for the Redington CT series. 8'6" #3 - 4pc = $149

[WinterrunRon]

I owned the TFO 8'6" professional series and thougth that was a spectacular performing rod for the price. Compared it to everything on the rack the price/performance ratio made it an easy decision. Good luck.

[Mark Kranhold]

I own the Reddington CPS 8'6" 3wt 4 pcs. I have had a lot of fun with this rod. It does like to cast distance rather then up close though. Not sure if they still make it though ,it is a few years old.

[flounder]

The other option is to get the Redington CT in a 4 wt which is 9 ft. Since it is a medium action rod, it probably has more "feel" than a 3 wt fast action rod like the Z-axis.