This is great light line fly rod that is long enough to fish nymphs as well as dry flies. SAS 853 also makes a good float tube rod for both trout and panfish.
| Performance Characteristics | |
| Water type: | Medium sized trout streams, panfish ponds |
| Optimum range: | 15-60 feet |
| Wind rating: | 4 |
| Techniques: | Dry fly casting and light nymphing techniques |
| Fish species: | Trout and Panfish |
| Length: | 8' 6" |
| Weight: | 2.8 Ounces |
| Line: | #3 weight line |
| Sections: | 2 piece |
| Blank: | Charcoal, sanded, satin waxed |
| Ferrule: | Ultra-slim sleeve ferrule |
| Wraps: | Black, metallic blue highlights |
| Grip: | Trout Western, extra-select quality cork |
| Reel Seat: | Anodized bright aluminum uplocking with wallnut insert |
| Snake Guides: | Super hard chrome |
| Stripping Guides: | Stainless steel with Hialoy inserts |
| Case and liner: | High quality cordura covered PVC case with partitioned cloth liner |