Thanks for the great presentation. It's not the same but my son and I tried the Orvis fiberglass rod and missed a couple of fish, striking late, until we got onto it. So between the F and D, I think for my fishing which is in riffle water, the F would suit me just fine but I can pretty well use any rod and adapt to the style needed to maximize my use of the rod. In any event, all of your products, which I have used since my first Brook Trout rod in the late70's, are "gospel" to me. Also it is fun to use various rods and adapt your style with timing and presentation with loop control. The wind is always a problem for me but it is like leading a duck so I shoot ahead of the fish and "hope by guess and by God" that the fly lands in the right area instead of in the grass or a bush. Thankyou Orvis !
I have to say…in recent years, Orvis’ attention to accuracy and repeatability has gotten awesome. My brother and I were working a pool and my NRX’s leader/tippet got compromised…so he handed me the Clearwater 5wt he was using (since he was on “scouting duty”) and it was stupendously accurate/predictable. That got me immediately interested in the Helios and Recon lines. If a $300 Clearwater can hold its own against an $800 Loomis, these Helios models have gotta be niiiiiiiccee…
I have the H3F 5w. It was a gift from my wife and I had no input. I think I would have preferred the H3D. I was recently fishing the West Branch of the Delaware and I couldn't reach a fish. The guide said that he had the same rod and that I probably wasn't going to reach that fish with that rod. I tend to fish bigger waters in Maine and the distance would be nice. On the other hand, the 3F accuracy is wonderful!! I need to let me wife know that I need a H3D (GFL!!) And to those who complain about the graphics--get a life!!
Recieved a 8w F for a gift, and a 6w D for a busted H2 replacement (thank you Orvis!). I'm not a refined enough caster to really experience difference between the D and the F (having just raced equally weighted rods in Cuba), but I do have an opinion on the graphics. I too find them a little flashing and distracting, so I remedied it. Considered busting out the sharpie, but instead custom shrank electric tubing to fit either side of the ORVIS text. Looks much better, adds no weight, the finish of the tubing is the same as the rod finish, and allows me to easily pluck mine out of the lineup when a bunch of em were stacked side by side (as was the case on the recent trip).
i an going for 6w and I have a hard time choosing between the D and F. I will mostly fish for lake trout and occasionally salmon, i live in Iceland and the wind can play a big factor here, but i think the D can be a little stiff for trout fishing or what? What do you recomend?
I like the look. It’s different. Will it make a difference in catching less fish? I don’t think so. But they have came back out with new colors for their logo. But honestly I prefer the look of the Recon. I have an 8’4” 3wt and paired it with a the Trout Pro 4wt fly line and it is a beast. No problem delivering small dries or articulated streamers as well. I have to change up the way I cast with those though. But I will put this up against my 6wts any day of the week.
I really think that decal is too bright and loud. It's more style than functional and will probably scare away fish even from a distance. How about doing the opposite and making it stealthy, something more subtle and cool. A bit of color for the paint would be ok, but keep it subtle.
Sales will suffer until that UGLY sticker comes off these rods.....I am personally holding back buying for just that reason! I've cast them, and they cast really nice. They just look terrible!
Thanks for the great presentation. It's not the same but my son and I tried the Orvis fiberglass rod and missed a couple of fish, striking late, until we got onto it. So between the F and D, I think for my fishing which is in riffle water, the F would suit me just fine but I can pretty well use any rod and adapt to the style needed to maximize my use of the rod. In any event, all of your products, which I have used since my first Brook Trout rod in the late70's, are "gospel" to me. Also it is fun to use various rods and adapt your style with timing and presentation with loop control. The wind is always a problem for me but it is like leading a duck so I shoot ahead of the fish and "hope by guess and by God" that the fly lands in the right area instead of in the grass or a bush. Thankyou Orvis !
I have to say…in recent years, Orvis’ attention to accuracy and repeatability has gotten awesome. My brother and I were working a pool and my NRX’s leader/tippet got compromised…so he handed me the Clearwater 5wt he was using (since he was on “scouting duty”) and it was stupendously accurate/predictable. That got me immediately interested in the Helios and Recon lines. If a $300 Clearwater can hold its own against an $800 Loomis, these Helios models have gotta be niiiiiiiccee…
I have the H3F 5w. It was a gift from my wife and I had no input. I think I would have preferred the H3D. I was recently fishing the West Branch of the Delaware and I couldn't reach a fish. The guide said that he had the same rod and that I probably wasn't going to reach that fish with that rod. I tend to fish bigger waters in Maine and the distance would be nice. On the other hand, the 3F accuracy is wonderful!! I need to let me wife know that I need a H3D (GFL!!) And to those who complain about the graphics--get a life!!
so your wife bought you a 1000 dollar fly rod and you want to complain about it? LOL
The only answer is to buy both. Well done Orvis.
That’s all I got from this video. Not many people can afford that
Go for the 3D
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Just bought an unused 3d for 600. Can't wait to get my hands on it.
Recieved a 8w F for a gift, and a 6w D for a busted H2 replacement (thank you Orvis!). I'm not a refined enough caster to really experience difference between the D and the F (having just raced equally weighted rods in Cuba), but I do have an opinion on the graphics. I too find them a little flashing and distracting, so I remedied it. Considered busting out the sharpie, but instead custom shrank electric tubing to fit either side of the ORVIS text. Looks much better, adds no weight, the finish of the tubing is the same as the rod finish, and allows me to easily pluck mine out of the lineup when a bunch of em were stacked side by side (as was the case on the recent trip).
I actually like the graphic, I think it looks it sharp
That Orvis logo needs to be bigger!
If you have one, make it obvious. :)
Hopefully this video works on my wife when I tell her I'm spending 2 grand on fly rods. It's like explaining why you need 3 suppressors
I'm getting Helios 3D in 7wt and Winston Alpha+ in 8wt 9' shop in Golden Colorado gives 15% off for Veterans. That's 300.00 off those 2 Rods!
i an going for 6w and I have a hard time choosing between the D and F. I will mostly fish for lake trout and occasionally salmon, i live in Iceland and the wind can play a big factor here, but i think the D can be a little stiff for trout fishing or what?
What do you recomend?
Who knew Puff Daddy was a fly fisherman 😂
I like those rods, but I can do without the white logo near the rod butt. Why did Orvis do that? It's a little off. Any alternatives?
You can look for the orvis recon or get a helios blackout
@@devinshook3289 Thank you. I bought the Blackout
I have the H3 D 7 weight I love it. Fishing Wyoming Waters
I'm getting the H3 D7, I fish Wyoming a lot, my home state Colorado is getting to busy.
The New Fly Fisher hosts use H3's all the time, graphics are fine, Fly Fisherman know what you have when they see that!
Which reel do you suggest for the 5W 3D??
Hydros III or Mirage III, depending on how much drag you think you'll need.
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Then why is the website pairing it with the II?
Check out Ross reels!
I’ve heard the D is the bomber?
Am I the only one that likes the new look?
I like the look. It’s different. Will it make a difference in catching less fish? I don’t think so. But they have came back out with new colors for their logo. But honestly I prefer the look of the Recon. I have an 8’4” 3wt and paired it with a the Trout Pro 4wt fly line and it is a beast. No problem delivering small dries or articulated streamers as well. I have to change up the way I cast with those though. But I will put this up against my 6wts any day of the week.
The logo is a bit too much for me. Bang on with the matt finish though.
Anyone compare this first hand with the sage x?
Get Hank the H3....And one for me too. #gethanktheh3
I bought this because of Hank 👍
I demo'd the H3D and like it, but I just can't get past the cosmetics. Sorry, I've written Orvis about this issue. I'm not the only one I'm sure.
Can I use small nymphs with a 3 or 4wt
Trey Sportsman What do you think?
Is that Shawn diddy combs ?
James Brede I’m pretty sure it is.
What you think? He sounds and looks exactly like him. Duh 🙄
Shawn, please get rid of the white label on the H3. It's an eyesore and hindering your sales.
I agree. I want an "HC" camo wrap that white area.
it is kind of wild seeing these high up corporate guys that seem like they've never done public speaking in their life
macadamia Why would a Director of Product Development be well-experienced in public speaking? That’s a job of the CEO.
#hashpound send hank the H3
Hank would love it ....snap...snappp
@@lokithebuilder1071 indeed I will
I really think that decal is too bright and loud. It's more style than functional and will probably scare away fish even from a distance. How about doing the opposite and making it stealthy, something more subtle and cool. A bit of color for the paint would be ok, but keep it subtle.
Like many others commenting here. I have thought of buying a H3 but until those ugly stickers are removed, I'll stay with my H2's.
the graphics on your helios rods are absolutely garish. go back to a classier look please.
Sales will suffer until that UGLY sticker comes off these rods.....I am personally holding back buying for just that reason! I've cast them, and they cast really nice. They just look terrible!