Redington Path Fly Fishing Rod with Tube
- Rod
- 5 lb
- cordura
- Full Wells
- More reviewed than 78%
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How it ranks among the 54 rods we track
4.6★ across 257 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
257 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
The Redington Path is a 9 foot, 4 piece medium fast action graphite fly rod built as an affordable entry point for freshwater fly fishing, with a Cordura travel case included.
Reviewers who own considerably pricier rods describe the Path as holding its own for everyday casting, calling it forgiving enough for beginners while still handling small to medium streamers, dry flies and nymphs. Handle and reel seat construction differs by rod weight in this lineup, with lighter weights getting a half-wells wood seat and 7 weight and up getting a full-wells anodized aluminum seat rated for saltwater. One recurring assembly issue is reel seat hardware that arrives without lubrication and can seize.
- 9 foot, 4 piece medium fast action graphite rod
- Half-wells wood or full-wells anodized aluminum reel seat by weight
- Cordura nylon travel case included
- Alignment dots for quick 4 piece setup
Who it's for
Beginner to intermediate fly anglers wanting a capable freshwater rod without spending on a premium build, as well as anglers wanting an affordable backup or travel rod. Reviewers specifically found it approachable for first time fly casters.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers, including some who own rods costing several times as much, consistently praised the Path's casting feel and called it a strong value for the price, with several specifically recommending it to beginners. The one mechanical complaint was reel seat screws that arrived seized without lubrication, which one buyer had to work loose with pliers and penetrating oil, scratching some paint in the process.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Casts smoothly for a rod at this price
- Forgiving action suits beginner fly anglers
- Handles small to medium streamers, dries and nymphs
- Includes a Cordura travel case
- Reel seat screws can arrive seized without lubrication
Specifications
| Brand | Redington |
|---|---|
| Model | 5-5024T-590-4 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Line Weight | 5 lb |
| Item Weight | 15.2 ounces |
| Rod Length | 9 feet |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Fishing Rod Power | Medium |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | cordura |
| Handle Material | Cork |
| Color | PATH |
| Included components | |
| Number of Pieces | 4 |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | One Redington 590-4 Path Ii Rod W/Tube 5 Wt 9'0" 4Pc |
| Warranty & support | |
| Tension Supported | Medium |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Full Wells |
| Fishing Technique | Fly |
| Target Species | Trout, Salmon, Bass |
| Action | Medium Fast |
| Item Type Name | 590-4 Path Ii Rod W/Tube 5 Wt 9-Foot 4Pc |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in rods.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redington Path Fly Fishing Rod with TubeThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 257 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Eagle Claw O'SHAUGHNESSY TRAILER W/TUBING YellowEagle | 4.6 / 5 | 575 | 4.3 / 5 |
| M MAXIMUMCATCH Maxcatch Extreme Graphite Fly Fishing Rod 4-Piece 9 Feet with IM6 Carbon…M | 4.6 / 5 | 624 | 4.1 / 5 |
| SF Fly Fishing Rod Combo Starter Kit Semi Gloss Green Jade Finish 24T Carbon Fiber Trout…SF | 4.4 / 5 | 323 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Moonshine Rod Company Fast Action Fly Fishing RodMoonshine | 4.6 / 5 | 1,687 | 4.1 / 5 |
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Questions about the Redington 5-5024T-590-4
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Redington Path suited for beginners?
Yes, reviewers describe it as an easy, forgiving rod to cast and specifically recommend it for anglers new to fly fishing.
What is included with the rod?
It comes in 4 pieces with alignment dots for setup, along with a divided Cordura nylon tube case for travel.
Does the reel seat differ by rod weight?
Yes, rods through 6 weight use a half-wells handle with a wood reel seat, while 7 weight and above use a full-wells grip with an anodized aluminum reel seat suited to saltwater.