R8 Core 690-4 exclude_discounts RIO's traditional Dacron® braided backing

RIO's traditional Dacron® braided backing features high strength and low stretch and is unsurpassed in quality

aggressive front taper to cast large flies with ease

A very versatile and often-overlooked rod weight

The 386 VICE excels at light line angling where a longer rod means more line off the water between turbulent pools

A metal bead ensures the fly breaks through the surface and gets down Fish these alone or as a dropper

R8 Core 690-4 exclude_discounts RIO's traditional Dacron® braided backingThe 690 4 is a very powerful trout rod, able to cast large, heavy and wind resistant flies long distances or into heavy winds. Great for big river trout fishing and smallmouth bass.