Sougayilang Fly Fishing Rod Reel Combos with Lightweight Portable Fly Rod and CNC-machined Aluminum Alloy Fly Reel,Fly Fishing Complete Starter Package

I've been fly fishing for about 50 years, I bought this as a general purpose rig for my wife, who is a beginner. This is a fantastic beginner rig. The rod is a little heavy but it casts sweet, it's just effortless to cast accurately -- it'll reward good technique. I've always thought of fly fishing reels as glorified line holders, this is a *really* nice, lightweight line holders with a drag that works. The line will be fine for your first season. The flies aren't very helpful but the box will be handy. All in all a great value. UPDATE: We've had the rod for a year now. I should give it 6 stars for durability, it's still like new. We've caught some darn nice fish, it's a good lake rod. For stream fishing, it's starting to hold wifey back a little, due to weight and recovery (it's actually not *that* accurate, come to find out), so she is getting a new rod. I'm keeping this one because it's a GREAT bass rod. I think I'll over-line it, prob true 6 or a heavy 5 (the line is comes with is pretty basic). Catch me some fish by gum. The reel is fine, there's not much to fly reels for most freshwater fishing scenarios; long as you're not trying to haul in a San Juan piggie on a 6x leader it's fine. Set the drag barely tight enough to where you don't get a squirrel nest every time you strip the line and it'll serve. I'm still gonna give it 5 stars cuz this rig does what it's supposed to do, and then some, for a great price. A serious trout fisherman will outgrow it fairly quickly, but we still feel it was money well spent.

Absolutely love this kit. I replaced the flybox with a higher quality one (which I already broke lol) I bought this for a leave in car rod that I can just take anywhere, the small pouch on the side has enough room for a small double sided flybox (Lots of nymphs and midges, but I have one side full of wooly buggers and dry flies.) and a multitool for cutting and pliers, a bag of strike indicators, a bag of small bobbers, and Rod handles beautifully, very accurate and good has good casting power. Reel feels good, and the pole feels durable. Every thing looks as sharp as it does in the picture. The fly line is actually pretty decent as well. Overall I am completely satisfied with this purchase. This pole is beautiful, breaks down super small so I can leave it in my car and fly fish when the opportunity rises. Works FAR better than the $250 dollar outfit I bought at bass pro shops. I Will be buying another pole from this company

Rod, reel and line seem to be of good quality. I assembled everything and took some practice casts in the yard. This casts fairly well. The reel machining and bearings feel great. The drag works well and is adjustable. I purchased this as a starter rod for my daughter's boyfriend. I have at least a dozen rods from St. Croix, Fenwick, Simms, etc... and tie a lot of flies a year. It will be interesting to test the rod on water and see how it compares. The fly box is not water proof and flies are what I call clown flies. Red hackle with pink and yellow stripes, etc. I am going to try one on my local trout waters and see what happens just for research.

Rod is good, reel is nicer quality than expected.

This fly fishing rod is a solid choice for anglers looking for a balance of performance and affordability. While it offers impressive functionality, there are a few areas where it could use improvement. Performance: The rod delivers smooth casting with decent accuracy and sensitivity. It's well-suited for beginners and intermediate anglers, especially for fishing in smaller streams or ponds. It handles lighter flies well and provides a satisfying bend when reeling in fish. Build Quality: The materials are sturdy and durable, ensuring the rod can withstand frequent use. However, the reel seat and guides could be more refined, as they sometimes feel less secure, particularly during extended fishing sessions. Ease of Use: The rod is lightweight and comfortable to hold, making it easy to handle for long periods. Its portability is a big plus for anglers who travel to different fishing spots. However, assembly and disassembly can be a bit tricky, with sections occasionally sticking. Room for Improvement: While the rod performs admirably for its price range, enhancing the reel seat's stability and improving guide alignment would significantly elevate its performance. Additionally, a more detailed user guide or instructions for beginners would be a welcome addition. Overall Impression: This fly fishing rod is a great option for those starting out or looking for a budget-friendly choice with solid performance. While it has some minor flaws, it’s still a reliable tool that gets the job done. With a few tweaks, it could be truly outstanding. For the price, it’s worth considering, especially for casual anglers or those new to fly fishing.

This fly rod kit has everything you need to get stated. At a really good price.

Don’t buy it ! Mind you, I bought this with the intent to take it on an Alaska trip. I expect it to handle basic fishing. Instead, it was complete disaster. In the middle of fighting my catch, it snapped, breaks in two. I re-attached it to the other section in hope of being able to fish from it. It snapped, breaks again. Then, the reel started swaying and spinning freely, around the pole. I’m guessing it’s cheap glue, the reel seat cheaply made that the whole thing wobbled, and not attached to the pole anymore. I’m not even sure how to describe what i dealt with, look at the video I loaded on here for a better understanding of the problem. The pole is also not straight, there’s a curve to it. The carrying case is already torn with a hole.

I have not had a problem with this kit yet, but I have not caught a fish on it. I hope to get out to some more plentiful waters. I would have loved to have had this as my first fly rod. The rod itself has a great action, a nice medium moderate action. I wouldn't consider it a fast action. Fast action rods are a little stiff in my opinion and I have always preferred a more moderate mid flex rod like this, something I can actually feel the little fish hitting my nymph. The rod handle is not a high quality cork, but it does seem to be holding up. It has a manufactured handle with a cork appearance. It is not a pure AAA+ cork. It seems to be a Portuguese Grade AA. The reel seat is CNC machined aluminum with two locking rings which will make the rod slightly heavier than a comparable more expensive rod. I like the metal reel seat though for the durability and the corrosion resistance. No part of the rod has broken yet or become lose as I have read in other reviews. Seems to be solid. The handle is a little thicker than I would normally prefer, not as slim as some more expensive rods. It isn't too bulky though, still comfortable. The reel is absolutely gorgeous. The gold and silver plating is nice and has been holding up. The ad says it is a CNC machined aluminum, which is better quality than a dye casted aluminum. It has a very nice disc drag and the direction of the drag is interchangeable by flipping the center barring direction in the spool. There are videos on youtube from Sougayilang and other manufacturers about how to do this. Check it out. The rod and reel are both excellent for the beginning angler, even for the intermediate angler who wants a back up, extra rod, or a loaner... Maybe your're like me and you actually prefer it to some of your more expensive gear just because the action of the rod is what you like. I enjoy it very much. All other accessories included with this kit are great if you need them to start. I could probebly be like other reviewers and recommend upgrading the line to Rio, Scientific Anglers, or even Cortland... but the kelly green Sougayilang line that is included in all honesty isn't really that bad. It cast and catches fish just fine. It does everything I ask of it if not more. It lands delicately fishing a dry fly, and accompanied by the rod action it roll cast like a dream. On a traditional cast it is smooth and pairs nicely with this rod. The backing is backing, not much I can say. It's backing that should function for it's purpose just fine. The leader in this might be okay for small dry flies, you'd be best to get a better leader you're going to need a new one anyways down the road. The case and rod sock seem to be fine. I will be fishing with this kit exclusively until I catch a decent fish. The flies that come with this kit are not the best tied flies and they have some pretty crazy colors. They are all attract patterns, but you shouldn't through them out. I have seen blue gill and small bass go after a cigarette butt, so I am sure they will at least provoke a blue gill or something. The nippers are nice and I will try to use them. Over all this is a great kit, I would preferably replace the line with some RIO mainstream after a couple of seasons, but the Kelly green line it comes with should service a guy for two seasons.