Redington Fly Rods Complete Lineup Reviewed in 2024

Key Features

Lightweight Stripping Guides
Super-Tuned, Moderate-Fast Action Design
Cordura Rod Tube
Skeletonized Anodized Aluminum Reel Seat
The Redington Lifetime Warranty

Trout anglers, listen up. This fly rod is perfect for chasing those wily trout. It’s lightweight with a versatile medium-fast action. You’ll love casting this Redington fly rod – the Hydrogen feels light in hand and is super smooth. Landing a convincing, natural presentation will come easy with this rod. The Redington Hydrogen is best suited to small water – little trout streams and creeks.

Redington Hydrogen Euro Nymph – Freshwater

Redington Hydrogen Euro Nymph Specs:

Line Weight: 3 – 4	Length: 10 – 11ft
Action: Moderate-Fast	Handle: Half-Wells
Rod Weight: –	Rod Tube: Condura Rod Tube
Color: –	Sections: 4
Warranty: Lifetime Warranty	Country Of Manufacture: USA

Overall Score

83%

Build Quality

80%

Performance

80%

Weight and Balance

90%

Aesthetics and Design

70%

Price to Value Ratio

90%

Warranty and Brand Reputation

90%

Customer Service

80%

Innovation and Features

70%

The Hydrogen rod series includes 3 Euro Nymphing specialist models. Wherever you’re fishing, you won’t miss any strikes with this rod. It’s incredibly sensitive and allows for delicate presentations. You can use high stick nymphing techniques, throw dry flies, or double up with a streamer and a weighted nymph. However you use it, the Hydrogen Euro Nymph rod will catch you more fish than ever.

Redington Butter Stick – Freshwater

Redington Butter Stick Specs:

Line Weight: 3 – 5	Length: 7 – 8ft
Action: Medium-Fast	Handle: Half Wells
Rod Weight: 2.8 – 3.4oz	Rod Tube: –
Color: Red	Sections: 4
Warranty: Lifetime Warranty	Country Of Manufacture: USA

Overall Score

77%

Build Quality

80%

Performance

70%

Weight and Balance

80%

Aesthetics and Design

90%

Price to Value Ratio

70%

Warranty and Brand Reputation

70%

Customer Service

80%

Innovation and Features

80%

Key Features

New Cork Reel Seat for a Classic Style
Alignment Dots To Correctly Align Guides
Now 4 Pieces for Easier Travel and Space Savings
New Semi-Translucent Sunshine Yellow Blank
Lifetime Warranty

Fast action isn’t for everyone. When you remember to slow it down, you can get a lot of enjoyment from your fly fishing trips. If this sounds like you, the Butter Stick is the rod for you! It’s a slow-action fiberglass rod that harks back to the early days of fishing on the fly – with a few smart improvements. It has a classic, retro feel and handles nicely, with a high-quality finish.

We have a post here on the Redington Butter Stick for a full review.

Redington Classic Trout – Freshwater

Redington Classic Trout Specs:

Line Weight: 2 – 5	Length: 7 – 9ft
Action: Medium	Handle: Cigar
Rod Weight: 2.2 – 2.9oz	Rod Tube: Ballistic Nylon Rod Tube
Color: Clay Brown	Sections: 4
Warranty: Redington Lifetime Warranty	Country Of Manufacture: USA

Overall Score

82%

Build Quality

80%

Performance

80%

Weight and Balance

90%

Aesthetics and Design

70%

Price to Value Ratio

90%

Warranty and Brand Reputation

80%

Customer Service

80%

Innovation and Features

70%

Key Features

Rosewood Insert w/Uplocking Component
Titanium Oxide Stripping Guides
Moderate Action Blank
Ballistic Nylon Rod Tube
The Redington Lifetime Warranty

At a lower price than the Hydrogen, the Classic Trout is an affordable fly rod for anyone who wants to catch trout. Redington’s designers have honed this fly rod for trout at distances of under 50 feet. It loads quickly and flexes deeply to protect your tippet, and is spot on when it comes to accuracy. The Classic Trout offers consistent performance on small water and impressive value for money.

Redington Crux – All Water

You can use any of these Redington fly rods to fish in either saltwater or freshwater. They all work well in freshwater, but they’re suitable for harsh saltwater conditions, too.

Redington Crux Specs:

Line Weight: 3 – 10	Length: 7 – 9ft
Action: Fast	Handle: Reversed Half-Wells
Rod Weight: 3.6 – 4.4oz	Rod Tube: Cordura Rod Tube
Color: Green	Sections: 4
Warranty: The Redington Lifetime Warranty	Country Of Manufacture: USA

Overall Score

78%

Build Quality

80%

Performance

70%

Weight and Balance

70%

Aesthetics and Design

80%

Price to Value Ratio

80%

Warranty and Brand Reputation

90%

Customer Service

80%

Innovation and Features

80%

Key Features

Uplocking w/Black Anodized Aluminum
Lightweight Stripping Guides
Cordura Rod Tube
Line Speed Taper
The Redington Lifetime Warranty

Released in 2018, the Crux is one of Redington’s hottest models yet. It is lightweight, powerful, and versatile. You’ll have no problem using the Crux in the short-mid range, yet it’s productive for those extra-long casts, too. The blank has a new Line Speed Taper and fine diameter for faster casting and recovery. It’s suitable for fishing in all conditions of all types of fish. If you’ve been on the search for an amazing all-rounder rod, the Crux might be the one!

Redington Predator – All Water

Redington Predator Specs:

Line Weight: 3 – 10	Length: 7 – 9ft
Action: Fast	Handle: Fighting Butt
Rod Weight: 3.8 – 6.8oz	Rod Tube: Condura Rod Tube
Color: Sea Spray	Sections: 4
Warranty: Lifetime Warranty	Country Of Manufacture: USA

Overall Score

79%

Build Quality

80%

Performance

90%

Weight and Balance

70%

Aesthetics and Design

80%

Price to Value Ratio

70%

Warranty and Brand Reputation

80%

Customer Service

70%

Innovation and Features

80%

Key Features

Fast Action Rod Blank
Aluminum Oxide Stripping Guides w/Ceramic Inserts
Cordura Rod Tube
Uplocking w/Black Anodized Aluminum
The Redington Lifetime Warranty

Redington designed the Predator for fishing long distances and in windy conditions. It’s the rod to pick up if you love throwing those bulky, heavy flies and catching big fish! With pike and musky models and a stiff, powerful butt section, the Redington Predator is powerful and sturdy. Nothing is left to chance with this design – you can cast 80+ feet effortlessly.

Redington Vice – All Water

Redington Vice Specs:

Line Weight: 3 – 8	Length: 7 – 10ft
Action: Fast	Handle: Full – Wells
Rod Weight: –	Handle: Full-Wells
Color: Green & Gold	Sections: 4
Warranty: Lifetime Warranty	Country Of Manufacture: USA

Overall Score

79%

Build Quality

80%

Performance

70%

Weight and Balance

70%

Aesthetics and Design

80%

Price to Value Ratio

90%

Warranty and Brand Reputation

90%

Customer Service

80%

Innovation and Features

80%

Key Features

Ceramic Stripping Guide
Multi-Modulus Carbon Fiber Blanks
Durable Cordura Rod Tube
Laser-Etched Reel Seat
Lifetime Warranty

The Redington Vice fly rod is a fast action rod with a multi-modulus blank, suitable for any fly angler. You can get tight loops with the Vice and accurate casts across a range of distances. The Redington Vice fly rod series is perfect for saltwater or freshwater, small creeks, or the big ocean.

Redington Path – All Water

Redington Path Specs:

Line Weight: 4 – 8	Length: 9ft
Action: Medium-Fast	Handle: Reversed Half-Wells / Full Wells w/Fighting Butt
Rod Weight: 3.7-5.8oz	Rod Tube: Condura Rod Tube
Color: Brown	Sections: 4
Warranty: Original Owner Warranty	Country Of Manufacture: USA

Overall Score

81%

Build Quality

80%

Performance

90%

Weight and Balance

80%

Aesthetics and Design

70%

Price to Value Ratio

80%

Warranty and Brand Reputation

80%

Customer Service

80%

Innovation and Features

80%

Key Features

Laser-etched Wooden (6 weight rods and below)
Graphite Blank
Anodized Machined Aluminum
Condura Rod Tube

Redington’s Path fly rods are classic and versatile. Whether you’re casting out on saltwater, lakes, or rivers, this flexible, lightweight rod performs well. You get the best of both worlds with the medium action, and the affordable price makes this a great budget buy at under $200.

Redington Crosswater – All Water

Redington Crosswater Specs:

Line Weight: 4 – 9	Length: 7 – 9ft
Action: Fast	Handle: Reversed Half-Wells
Rod Weight: 4.1oz	Rod Tube: Cotton Rod Sock
Color: Blue	Sections: 4
Warranty: One-Year Warranty	Country Of Manufacture: USA

Overall Score

74%

Build Quality

70%

Performance

70%

Weight and Balance

80%

Aesthetics and Design

70%

Price to Value Ratio

90%

Warranty and Brand Reputation

60%

Customer Service

80%

Innovation and Features

70%

Key Features

Graphite Blank
Cotton Rod Sock
Anodized Machined Aluminum

If you’re a beginner fly fisher (or you know someone who is), the Redington Crosswater is an excellent starter rod. Priced at under $100, it’s easy to learn how to cast using this series of fly rods. The medium-fast action hits the balance just right between speed and flex, and you get a 1-year warranty on these fly rods.

Redington Youth Minnow

Redington Youth Minnow Specs:

Line Weight: 5	Length: 8
Action: Moderate	Handle: –
Rod Weight: –	Rod Tube: –
Color: Neon Green	Sections: –
Warranty: 1-year Warranty	Country Of Manufacture: USA

Overall Score

74%

Build Quality

70%

Performance

70%

Weight and Balance

80%

Aesthetics and Design

80%

Price to Value Ratio

80%

Warranty and Brand Reputation

70%

Customer Service

70%

Innovation and Features

70%

Key Features

Machined-aluminum reel seat
Cotton Rod Sock
One-Year Warranty
Wnow Camo Grip

The Youth Minnow is a shorter rod, designed for kids and teens who are just learning to fish. It’s simple to learn using the Youth Minnow with its accessible price and medium action.

Redington Spey and Switch Rods

Redington Dually Specs:

Line Weight: 5 – 7	Length: 11 – 12ft
Action: Medium-Fast	Handle: Two Handed Switch
Rod Weight: 5.4 – 6.9oz	Rod Tube: Cordura Rod Tube
Color: Bronze / Brown	Sections: 4
Warranty: Redington Lifetime Warranty	Country Of Manufacture: USA

Overall Score

77%

Build Quality

70%

Performance

80%

Weight and Balance

70%

Aesthetics and Design

80%

Price to Value Ratio

90%

Warranty and Brand Reputation

80%

Customer Service

70%

Innovation and Features

70%

Redington Dually

Redington Chromer Specs:

Line Weight: 6 – 8	Length: 11 – 12ft
Action: Fast	Handle: Premium Grade Cork Handles
Rod Weight: –	Rod Tube: Condura Rod Tube
Color: Matte Bronze	Sections: 4
Warranty: Redington Lifetime Warranty	Country Of Manufacture: USA

Overall Score

84%

Build Quality

80%

Performance

90%

Weight and Balance

80%

Aesthetics and Design

80%

Price to Value Ratio

80%

Warranty and Brand Reputation

90%

Customer Service

80%

Innovation and Features

90%

Redington Chromer