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Lightweight with sensitive blanks and durable too! Douglas Head Rod Designer Fred Contaoi has brought high-end performance to a price point for every angler thus redefining the value expected from a fly rod without paying a premium. Each model has been finely tuned to find the perfect action that meets the needs both experienced anglers and beginners.

Douglas LRS Fly Rod

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Rod designer Fred Contaoi talking about the new Douglas Outdoors

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Be free to fly fish however you like using rod optimized for all-around performance. Douglas Outdoors ERA Fly Rod proves you can enjoy a fast action combining accuracy, control, and casting power without paying a premium price. Whatever you like to fish dries, streamers, nymphs, or multi-fly rigs the ERA rod capably controls the presentation. The lightweight, durable blank features high-quality components.

Douglas Era Fly Rod

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