Built as a true daily driver, the Blackout 9' 5wt is designed for versatility across trout water, panfish, and small streamers. It delivers the power to handle wind and distance, paired with the feel and finesse needed for accurate, controlled presentations.
Handmade by a small business in Idaho using American-made components.
Gary Loomis NFC Blank - Built on the “Classic F” blank, an improved version of the famous Loomis GLX and IMX blanks.
REC Guides – Nearly unbreakable, ensuring longevity and smooth line flow.
Ceramic Insert on stripping guide - Reduces friction and lets the line flow smoothly through the guides.
Flor Grade Cork Grip – made from ¼ inch rings of the highest quality cork I’ve ever seen in a production rod. Compared to standard ½ inch rings, any natural defects are half the size.
Machined Aluminum Reel Seat - with a dyed hardwood insert
Dragon Scale Decorative Wrap Above Grip.
4-Piece Design – Packs down easily for travel.
3K Twill Carbon Fiber Rod Tube - The sexiest rod tube in the game. An o-ring keeps it waterproof, and its machined hardware will hold up for multiple lifetimes
The Classic F blank gives this rod a crisp recovery with a smooth, connected feel. It loads cleanly at short range and stays stable when you need to reach out or punch a cast into the wind.
This is the rod I hand to my clients on guide trips, and the one I grab when I can only take one rod with me on a day of trout fishing. (When I’m not fishing bamboo, of course)
Perfect for anglers looking for a versatile fly rod that balances power and accuracy with feel and finesse.
Built as a true daily driver, the Blackout 9' 5wt is designed for versatility across trout water, panfish, and small streamers. It delivers the power to handle wind and distance, paired with the feel and finesse needed for accurate, controlled presentations.
Handmade by a small business in Idaho using American-made components.
Gary Loomis NFC Blank - Built on the “Classic F” blank, an improved version of the famous Loomis GLX and IMX blanks.
REC Guides – Nearly unbreakable, ensuring longevity and smooth line flow.
Ceramic Insert on stripping guide - Reduces friction and lets the line flow smoothly through the guides.
Flor Grade Cork Grip – made from ¼ inch rings of the highest quality cork I’ve ever seen in a production rod. Compared to standard ½ inch rings, any natural defects are half the size.
Machined Aluminum Reel Seat - with a dyed hardwood insert
Dragon Scale Decorative Wrap Above Grip.
4-Piece Design – Packs down easily for travel.
3K Twill Carbon Fiber Rod Tube - The sexiest rod tube in the game. An o-ring keeps it waterproof, and its machined hardware will hold up for multiple lifetimes
The Classic F blank gives this rod a crisp recovery with a smooth, connected feel. It loads cleanly at short range and stays stable when you need to reach out or punch a cast into the wind.
This is the rod I hand to my clients on guide trips, and the one I grab when I can only take one rod with me on a day of trout fishing. (When I’m not fishing bamboo, of course)
Perfect for anglers looking for a versatile fly rod that balances power and accuracy with feel and finesse.