Fly Fishing Tackle Review: Snobee Prestige 8ft 4-Piece Rod

I am the type of angler who prefers fly fishing in small, relatively calm streams. For that reason, I tend to tailor my fly fishing tackle to that type of environment. I prefer the high-tech carbon fiber shaft technology, but I also like the old-fashioned cork grips. My idiosyncratic taste sometimes makes it hard to find the right kind of gear. Well, I recently discovered and purchased an excellent fly rod from Snobee, the 4-piece Prestige 8′. Here is a brief review of this quality product.

Key Features of the Snobee Prestige 8ft 4-Piece Fly Rod

At first glance, this is quite an attractive rod that comes in a brown anodized tube with a classic brass fitting and a screw cap on one end. A sturdy denim bag is also included. Denim, by the way, is a coarse, durable fabric that gets its name from the fact that it has been used extensively by the British Army in tropical climates. The rod itself has many quality features, including a nickel-silver string check on the handle. Its color is a pleasant garnet with shades of bronze. The rod weighs about 72 grams. Expect to pay between £159 and £199 for the Prestige rod, depending on the model.

More about the prestige cane

The rod has twin lined stripping guides with high rise snakes. The guide lashes are trimmed in gold, bringing out the elegant and understated color scheme of the entire bar. The actual seat is made of aluminum, which helps keep the weight of the rod to a minimum. It also has a hard anodized finish that gives the rod high durability and a simple yet functional look. The handle has good quality cork. One detail I particularly like is the real maple wood seat insert. First impressions? Superior design and build quality. The Prestige rod has a progressive yet forgiving action that makes it very enjoyable to cast. He has plenty of reserve power to use when needed, but is easy to cast short distances. Playing a fish on this rod, even with light tippets, is a joy. This Snobee rod uses an ultra-lightweight blank that utilizes the company’s proven three-module rod blank technology that has been rigorously tested to ensure maximum power, strength, and durability without compromising sensitivity. This is achieved with a careful blend of various types of carbon. The result? Precise action throughout the length of the rod. The warranty, which applies only to the original owner, is not transferable.

Final Thoughts on the Snobee Prestige Fly Rod

Fly fishing tackle is Snobee’s core business. The design team and product developers are avid fly fishermen, so you can be sure of both the quality and performance of the company’s products. In particular, I have found the Snobee Prestige 8′ 4-Piece Fly Rod to be an absolute joy to cast and fish, mainly due to the progressive action. It’s a rod you’ll be proud to add to your collection of fly fishing tackle. I am happy to rate it 4.5 out of 5 possible stars.