The all-arounder, dialed up. The rod you grow into. Nine feet, 5-weight, fast action. The Fly Flinger Pro does everything the Fly Flinger does — dry flies, nymphs, small streamers, all-around trout — but with more line speed, a lighter blank, and upgraded components. It's the rod you reach for when your casting has sharpened up and you want a tool that keeps pace. The faster action generates higher line speed, which means more accuracy, more distance, and real performance in the wind — the situations where a slower rod starts to struggle. (Higher line speed throws a tighter loop, and a tighter loop is what puts the fly on target and cuts through a breeze.) The blank is lighter in the hand, so you notice the difference after hours on the water. And every component is a step up. Same versatile 9' 5wt footprint; more rod underneath it. If you already know how to cast and you want the best version of the one-rod-does-it-all setup, this is it. It's the premium all-arounder — the rod a lot of anglers settle on and never feel the need to replace. Fly Flinger or Fly Flinger Pro? Same length, same line weight, different feel. The standard Fly Flinger has a forgiving medium-fast action that's easier to learn on, and it's our most accessible price — the rod we point new anglers to. The Pro has a faster action, a lighter and more refined blank, and upgraded hardware throughout. It rewards a developed casting stroke with more speed, distance, and wind performance. Whether the Pro's upgrades are worth it comes down to you: if you're still learning, start with the Fly Flinger; if your casting is dialed and you want the ceiling raised, this is your rod. Both are honest rods and both are a lot of performance for the money — the Pro is simply the higher-performance one. Built with the details that usually cost more Fast-action blank Higher line speed for more accuracy, more distance, and real wind performance. Lighter, refined blank Less swing weight in the hand — you feel the difference after a full day of casting. Skeleton reel seat A black anodized skeleton seat with carbon fiber insert — light, strong, and clean. AAAA-grade cork Our highest cork grade — a premium, flawless handle that feels as good as it looks. Stainless steel guides One stripping guide plus snake guides; corrosion-resistant and smooth. Alignment dots Line up your sections right, every time. Anti-glare matte finish A clean matte black blank — no glare off the water to spook fish. 2 tips included The tip breaks most often — so we include a spare and you stay on the water. Aluminum rod tube A black anodized tube with gunmetal cap and a VFC green cotton sock — full protection for travel. Full specs Length 9 ft Line weight 5 wt Action Fast Pieces 4 Extra tip included Yes (2 tips total) Blank Graphite Blank color / finish Black, anti-glare matte Guides Stainless steel; 1 stripping guide + snake guides Reel seat Black skeleton seat, carbon fiber insert Grip Half wells, AAAA-grade cork Alignment dots Yes Case Aluminum rod tube (black / gunmetal) with VFC green cotton sock Best for All-around trout at a higher level: dry flies, nymphs, small streamers, wind Which rod is yours? We make four rods, each built for a specific job: The Riser (8.5' 4wt) — the dry-fly rod. Delicate and accurate for spooky fish on clear water. The Fly Flinger (9' 5wt) — the do-everything, where-you-start rod. Our most accessible price and the easiest to learn on. The Fly Flinger Pro (9' 5wt, fast) — this rod. The premium all-arounder. Faster, lighter, upgraded hardware, better in wind. The Bug Bomber (9' 6wt) — the muscle. Big streamers, heavy nymph rigs, wind, and bigger water. Not sure which is yours? Take the 2-minute rod quiz — no email required. Questions Should I get the Pro or the standard Fly Flinger?If you're newer to casting or want our most accessible price, start with the Fly Flinger — it's more forgiving and easier to learn on. If your casting is dialed in and you want more line speed, distance, and wind performance, the Pro is the upgrade. Same size and range; higher performance. Is a fast action harder to cast?It's less forgiving of a rushed or sloppy stroke, which is why we point beginners to the standard Fly Flinger. But if your timing is solid, a fast action gives you more speed, more accuracy, and better performance in wind — it rewards good casting. I want even more power for big flies and wind — is this the rod?The Pro handles wind and everyday trico-to-streamer range beautifully. But if you're regularly throwing big streamers, heavy nymph rigs, or fishing bigger water and fish, step up to the Bug Bomber (9' 6wt) — that's the muscle rod. What line and reel pair with it?A 5-weight line and a reel sized for 5/6-weight. What flies can it throw?Dry flies, nymph rigs (including dry-dropper), and small streamers — the full all-around range, with more reach and speed than the standard Fly Flinger. What if I break it?See our replacement program — we ship replacement sections fast. And it already comes with a spare tip, the section that breaks most often. Break a section? We'll get you back on the water fast. Every VFC rod is covered by our replacement program — a simple process to get a replacement section shipped quickly. Learn how it works →
