Description
The Temple Fork Outfitters (TFO) Deer Creek 12' 6" 5/6 wt is a highly regarded two-handed Spey rod designed by industry legends Bob Meiser and Mike Kinney. It is engineered to offer a traditional "progressive-regressive" action, making it a versatile tool for various modern Spey casting styles.
Key Specifications
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Model Number: TF 5/6 126 4 DC
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Length: 12 feet 6 inches
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Line Weight: 5/6 wt
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Pieces: 4 (for easy travel and storage)
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Weight: Approximately 7.6 oz
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Grain Window: 350 – 550 grains
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Action: Medium-Fast / Progressive-Regressive (Traditional feel with modern recovery)
Design & Build Quality
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Blank: Constructed from IM6 graphite with a distinctive translucent dark amethyst finish and copper trim.
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Grip: Features a full burled cork handle, providing durability and a classic aesthetic.
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Guides: Equipped with gold titanium oxide stripping guides and hard chrome stainless steel snake guides for smooth line travel and corrosion resistance.
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Reel Seat: Machined and anodized aluminum channel-locking reel seat.
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Assembly: Includes color-coded alignment dots to make quick assembly at the water's edge easy.
Performance Characteristics
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Versatility: While it has a traditional action feel, it is specifically designed to handle all modern Spey styles, including Skagit (for heavy tips/large flies), Scandinavian (Scandi) (for delicate presentation), and Long-Belly techniques.
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Target Species: This 5/6 weight model is an ideal "light" Spey rod. It is perfect for summer-run steelhead, large trout (Trout Spey), and has even gained a following for light saltwater applications like bonefishing in flats.
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Casting Feel: The rod is known for being "forgiving." The progressive-regressive action allows the caster to feel the rod load deeply, making it easier to time casts without requiring immense power.
