| Powell ___________________________________________ • Price Range: $100-$400 ___________________________________________ • Types of Rods: Spinning, Casting ___________________________________________ • Length Range: 6′-7’6″ ___________________________________________ • Power Range: Ultra-Light – Heavy ___________________________________________ • Action Range: Fast – Extra Fast | Orvis ___________________________________________ • Price Range: $150-$900 ___________________________________________ • Types of Rods: Fly Fishing ___________________________________________ • Length Range: 6′-9′ ___________________________________________ • Power Range: Medium – Heavy ___________________________________________ • Action Range: Fast – Extra Fast |
Powell and Orvis are two popular brands of fishing rods. Powell rods range in price from $100 – $400 and come in two types; spinning and casting. The lengths vary from 6 feet to 7 feet, 6 inches with various action types from ultra-light to heavy, fast to extra fast. On the other hand, Orvis rods are more expensive at $150 – $900 and are primarily used in fly fishing. These rods range in length from 6 to 9 feet and have medium to heavy weight, as well as tapers for fast and extra fast action. If you are looking for an upgrade in your fly fishing equipment, Orvis is the ideal choice.