I am not new to flyfishing, but am still a novice--I have a #6wt St Croix entry level rod (cant recall the model number) and am looking to upgrade, but within a budget (under $250. Used a lot of the opinions on this site, but did not see anything about the Launch series from Sage--anyone have any views on this rod (or any other suggestions?)
In my opinion, I would rather buy a nice Temple fork outfitter's rod. The TiCrx is a great rod and only a little more than the Sage Launch. With a Sage fly rod you're paying a lot just for the name on the rod. The Launch is a marginal rod at best. Give TFO a try.