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Orvis

Helios 9' 5wt (4th Gen)

Fast-action 4-piece rod built with Orvis's Helios 4 Technology, delivering four times the tip-tracking accuracy of the Helios 3 with a 10% reduction in swing weight. Crafted in Vermont, USA. The 5wt D model targets distance and all-around trout use at mid-to-long range with dry flies, dry-droppers, and light nymph rigs. Titanium stripping and snake guides throughout.

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Tom Rosenbauer

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Flagship trout rod, replaced Helios 3 in 2024
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Last updated March 22, 2026