A month ago, we gave away a Helios 2 fly rod to one lucky winner, Andy Wilson. That giveaway generated enough excitement that we decided to do another one.
But not every angler needs a new rod. Perhaps you’re in the market for a whole outfit, or a big-game reel, or perhaps you’d like to go on a shopping spree and buy a buttload of accessories. So this time, we’re giving away a $500 gift card that you can use for anything at Orvis—from $1.50 flies to top-of-the-line Silver Sonic Guide Waders to a Mirage Reel capable of stopping a speeding tuna.
Here’s how the contest works: All you have to do is use the widget below to tell us what your favorite fly rod weight is, and you’ll be entered in the random drawing. One lucky winner can spend $500 however he or she wishes, at a retail store or online.
You can double your chances of winning by subscribing to the Orvis Mailing list, too, using the same widget.
The contest runs through July 11, and one winner will be chosen at random to receive a $500 Orvis gift card.
My favorite is my Orvis 5-weight rod!
7 wt!
My favorite rod is a 3 weight.
8 weight for smallmouth!
Yes please
An 8 or 9wt would be the treasure….. Yes please….
Definitely a 5 weight. I’ve just started learning how to fly fish this past yr and found that it’s easy to learn on.
Same here. 5wt for now.
8wt for sure !
5 weight
My favorite is 6 wt.
I could use this toward my new superfine rod.
I hope I win this.
Def a 6 weight!!
5 weight
I’ve only been flyfishing for a short time. I use an Orvis Encounter 8′ 6″, 5 weight. It has been so much fun and I can’t wait to get out on the water this weekend.
4 weight
My favorite ff rod is 6 wt 9′ i hope win it
8 weight for snook fishing and 10 for beach fishing.
5wt normally, but I have to say I tried a 3wt the other day and it was fun! I need a gift card to fund my fly fishing addiction. It seems a 3 at would be a good rod to teach kids with ….Anyone agree? Thanks!
I can see pros and cons about teaching kids with a 3wt. Depending on how old/big your kids are the shorter length and lighter weight of a 3wt could be beneficial but keep in mind a 3wt won’t be able to handle the same kind of abuse that a 5wt can.
My current favorite is my 7 wt spey rod. Awesome
9wt for snakeheads and carp
I like the superfine touch 3wt. 6’6″. Use it on the tight streams in southeastern PA.
I have 2 favorite rods weights depending on where im fishing 3wt and 6wt
6 weight
5wt!
5 weight for trout and panfish
5/6 wt.
4 Wt.
Far & Fine 5wt
An 8 wt for bonefish
6wt
A man can never have enough gear.
If I win this I will definitely be buying a Superfine Glass combo!
5 wt
8wt for Atlantic Salmon. My trout rods are all Orvis but my 8wt is a G.Loomis. Give me the gift card and I’ll replace it with a Helios 2 😉
I have 4wt through 8wt rods, but my 7 wt see all the action!
I fish in the Midwest, fishing for trout,pan fish and small mouth, I like the 5wt, 9′,
4 wt on Western Wisconsin streams.
5wt is my favorite. Probably add a 6wt if I win.
6 wt freshwater; 8wt for saltwater
I love my Superfines! Just sayin’ …
Mine is 5 wt, great traveling partner
5wt! I started flyfishing this year, tried several rods, but found that I like the 5wt best. I purchased an Orvis Clearwater outft and absolutely love it. Having said that, a girl just can’t possibly have enough gear…..
No question – 4 weight. I own 6 fly rods, 4 of which are 4 weights.
I like the 6 wt
7 thanks
Four weight for most trout rivers and larger streams; 2 wt on small mountain streams.
I chose 5 for fresh and 8 for salt.
I’m a BIG 4 wt guy. I’ve used my clearwater religiously in small new england streams for years now and its taken some beating. Thank you for everything, Orvis!
What a great gift! Yes, it’s good marketing, but it’s still Wonderful!
5wt.the allarounder.
My 3 wt. – no wait, my 5 wt…no wait – my 7 wt. It’s like saying, which one is your favorite child. Depends on the fish I’m hoping to hold…
Disappointed in the lack of 3wt love here! I also beg to differ because I’m not sure I know a flyfisherman who doesn’t think they “need” a new rod!
5 wt is great but i six gives a little bit better mix
I prefer a 6wt, 9 foot rod. Currently using a Winston Boron II rod which I really like–a gift from my family upon retirement.
Switch rod,,,7wt
5-wt
6 wt.
I have just purchases a Clearwater SW 9 weight & love it, I am new to fly fishing & Orvis was highly recommended. After doing a little research Orvis was the only choice.
8wt, spey rod
9 weight rod, Striper fishing…
The smallie action is a fly rodders dream. Big green lake
Cool!
8 WT
I love a 6wt. It is small enough to feel the fish, but large enough to handle quickly that occasional large one that
deserves respect by landing it quickly.
Great Giveway!
Most people need new gear i just need gear …….and i would like for it to be orvis!
4 weight for the lake and a 8 weight for the river, could really use a 500$ gift card to load up on lots of cool Orvis gear
Helios 9 wt!!!
I love a good 4-weight. Makes even little bluegills fight like a carp
7 weight
Would buy a Orvis switch rod maybe a 6wt.
How about a 3or 4 wt for small streams.
7 weight for still water fishing from bank.
5 for mid size water dry
3 for small stream (my fav)