Every rod line has its champion, the Frigate line is no different. We have built our rods to be the best by far but this rod continues to shine. From Jacks to Bull Reds to small Tarpon and even Permit. This rod will master them all in every situation. After extensive testing and casting around the world, the Water First Fishing Frigate 10wt may just be the world’s most perfect saltwater fly rod.
The Frigate 10wt is 9′, constructed out of Graphene and is 4 pieces. Includes a fighting butt and ferrule alignment marks.
Chris Cox –
I was down in Louisiana last week slamming a bunch of Redfish. I broke my production 10 WT and switched over to this Rod and it was light years better..was a super smooth rod with lots of power. Performed amazing all week and bought one for myself right when I got home!
David Bagwell –
I’ve used Water First Frigate rods from Louisiana’s marshes to Cape York Australia! The graphene construction gives them an excellent balance of lightness and backbone, making them forgiving for intermediate casters (like me) , while still powerful enough to handle tough saltwater species. They load consistently and make casts in any condition. They are a joy to cast and fish. And they are a beautiful piece of craftsmanship!
David Charles Beaudry –
I have fished this rod in the marshes and offshore Louisiana as well as Ascension Bay. It has performed excellently in all of my casting conditions. The Frigate 10wt is very accurate with quick recovery. This rod has beautiful aesthetics and light in the hand for a 10wt. Highly recommended for your salt water adventures
Andrew Jones –
I loved the 12 wt. throws a lot of line, but also great feel.
Jeremy Cox –
I recently took my new Frigate fly rod to Cosmoledo, and it absolutely exceeded my expectations. From the first cast, I could feel how well-balanced and responsive it was, with just the right blend of power and finesse. Whether I was presenting flies delicately to bonefish or putting serious pressure on big GTs, the rod had all the backbone I needed without sacrificing feel.
What impressed me most was its versatility—long accurate casts into the wind felt effortless, yet it also allowed for precise short shots when fish suddenly appeared close in. The recovery speed was crisp, giving me confidence to punch through tough conditions, and the fighting power left me feeling in control even on some of the trip’s most intense battles.
Cosmoledo is a place that will test every aspect of your gear, and the Frigate rose to the challenge in every way. It’s a rod that inspires confidence, and one I’ll be taking on all of my future saltwater adventures.