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chaoticscott
My Lineup of 4-Weights
Post 24 Jan 2023, 00:25 • #1 
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It's been a while since I wrote about my 4-weight rods, so I thought it was time to do so again. Some rods have come and some have gone, but I think I have a good assortment of great casting tools.
Here is the link to my blog post if you would like to check it out: https://theriffle.blogspot.com/2023/01/the-fours-2023-style.html
Plus a pic to whet your appetite:
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BigHeavy
Post 24 Jan 2023, 07:51 • #2 
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That’s a sweet collection, thanks for sharing! How would you say the Kenney compares to the Scott? Curious to know if the lineage carries into Larry’s designs.
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angry_viking
Post 24 Jan 2023, 08:02 • #3 
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Nice little write up and really sweet 4wt lineup! Really like that Winston rod, one is on my wish list. lol Thanks for sharing your thoughts on each rod, gives people who haven't had the opportunity to fish/cast some of those rods to be more informed, incase they were looking at one of those models.
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chaoticscott
Post 24 Jan 2023, 10:26 • #4 
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BigHeavy wrote:
That’s a sweet collection, thanks for sharing! How would you say the Kenney compares to the Scott? Curious to know if the lineage carries into Larry’s designs.

All my Scott glass rods have their well-known cork reel seats, and the Kenney has a wood and metal seat. Not sure if that is the reason, but the Scotts feel a little bit more tip-heavy in the hand. The casting actions are quite similar though. Smooth and buttery, and the line goes right where I want it to.
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paramount51
Post 24 Jan 2023, 13:07 • #5 
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Nice Blog post, enjoyed reading it. Now you have me lusting for more rods,, thank you very much!! :)
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corlay
Post 24 Jan 2023, 16:21 • #6 
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WoW.

That's quite the "gamut".
Reads as a "who's who" of the very best 4wts to be had.
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pgwulf
Post 24 Jan 2023, 17:23 • #7 
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Finally someone else with a McFarland “S” glass 8’8” 4 wt!

Outstanding rod for wade fishing.
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Grouse
Post 24 Jan 2023, 19:44 • #8 
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Great selection of classic and contemporary four weight rods in a variety of lengths.
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chaoticscott
Post 24 Jan 2023, 21:41 • #9 
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corlay wrote:
WoW.

That's quite the "gamut".
Reads as a "who's who" of the very best 4wts to be had.


I need to thank you for helping me get a couple of them!
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Labrax
Post 24 Jan 2023, 22:40 • #10 
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Enjoyed seeing your collection and what you had to say about that wonderful assortment of fine 4wt rods.
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carlz
Post 24 Jan 2023, 23:39 • #11 
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When are you going to start working on your reel collection :hat:
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Jason W
Post 25 Jan 2023, 00:05 • #12 
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Hope there might be another get together down at Glen Park someday-I think I cast a couple of those rods a few years back
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GlacierRambler
Post 25 Jan 2023, 00:18 • #13 
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Very nice post. I liked seeing all the rods. 5-weights are the ones where my collection has expanded the most. My current plan is to learn how to fish with both hands at the same time.
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BigHeavy
Post 25 Jan 2023, 07:39 • #14 
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chaoticscott wrote:
BigHeavy wrote:
All my Scott glass rods have their well-known cork reel seats, and the Kenney has a wood and metal seat. Not sure if that is the reason, but the Scotts feel a little bit more tip-heavy in the hand. The casting actions are quite similar though. Smooth and buttery, and the line goes right where I want it to.


Sweet! I’ve got a couple blanks on order with Mr. Kenney, thé 479 is one I’m especially looking forward to.

Cheers!
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chaoticscott
Post 25 Jan 2023, 10:35 • #15 
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Jason W wrote:
Hope there might be another get together down at Glen Park someday-I think I cast a couple of those rods a few years back


Let's try to make it happen!
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ibookje
Post 25 Jan 2023, 11:01 • #16 
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Scott you got a serious problem...
Look up a doctor! :rollin
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chaoticscott
Post 25 Jan 2023, 11:31 • #17 
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carlz wrote:
When are you going to start working on your reel collection :hat:


I am much more insane about rods than reels. I just want a few good looking reels that work well and balance my rods nicely. I tried to get into vintage reels for a while, but quickly realized they aren't for me... :)
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SuburbanFly
Post 25 Jan 2023, 12:09 • #18 
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Wow! Quite the quiver. I am a big fan of 4wt rods too, especially for NJ waters. That said, my glass selection is slacking!
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aurelio corso
Post 03 Feb 2023, 09:18 • #19 
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Very nice post........Aurelio
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