REFINE Z
$699.00
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REFINE (DEFINITION): 1. To bring to a fine or a pure state; free from impurities. 2. To become more fine, elegant, or polished
The Refine Z is perfectly suited for those serene days on small waters, where precision is paramount and subtlety is key. Unlike traditional medium action rods that may feel lackluster and uninspiring, the Refine Z boasts a smooth action that borders on the edge of medium to medium-fast, offering unparalleled responsiveness and control. Say goodbye to the feeling of weakness and limpness often associated with medium action rods – the Refine Z defies expectations with its exceptional strength and stability. At the heart of the Refine Z lies groundbreaking graphene technology, elevating it to new heights of performance and feather-lightness. This innovative material not only makes the rod incredibly lightweight but also reduces swing weight, ensuring effortless casting and unparalleled sensitivity. We held nothing back in the design, construction, and materials in the Refine Z series. You have never felt medium like this!
ACTION - The Refine Z is a medium action rod with a fast recovery speed.
TECHNOLOGY
GRAPHENE
Graphene was discovered in 2004 by a researcher at the University of Manchester. The discovery won the researcher a Nobel Prize in physics. Graphene is a carbon product only a single molecule thick, arranged in a honeycomb pattern. Graphene is an innovative material because it is amazingly low in mass and stronger than diamond. It is 100X stronger than steel of the equivalent mass. Graphene is revolutionary in the world of fly rods. It allows us to build a blank that is lighter and significantly stronger. This is breakthrough technology.
THE HARDWARE
A revolutionary blank requires top of the line hardware. The Refine Z uses the new Cericoil stripping guides. Cericoil guides are extremely durable and made with lightweight titanium. The remaining guides are single foot REC recoil titanium guides. These guides bend without breaking and also act as tiny shock absorbers to eliminate excess rod vibrations.
CRAFTSMANSHIP
Production rods aren't always known for their quality in craftsmanship. Single coat epoxies are fast and cost efficient, but leave the blank with heavy, bubbly wraps that have no place on a top quality rod. The Refine Z is constructed with new top of the line materials and quality-centric techniques that keep wraps light, flat, and beautiful!
- Medium action / fast recovery speed
- Ultra-high modulus carbon fiber and graphene blank
- Burl wood and aluminum reel seat
- Matte golden olive finish
- Flor-grade, thin ring cork handle
- Best in class swing weight
- Lifetime warranty
- Available in 8’ 3wt and 8’3” 4wt
- Laser engraved gun metal aluminum tube with fast dry rod sock
- Titanium recoil single foot guides
- Cericoil titanium stripping guides
- Alignment dots with rod length and weight on ferrules
- Lightweight (3wt --- 2.3oz)
+ 8' - 3WT DETAILS
WEIGHT - 2.3 OZ
HANDLE - A (NO FIGHTING BUTT)
SECTIONS - 4 PIECE
LINE RECOMMENDATIONS - Rio Tech Trout, S.A. Trout, Cortland Ultralite, Airflo Tactical
COST - $699
+ 8'3" - 4WT DETAILS
WEIGHT - 2.35 OZ
HANDLE - A (NO FIGHTING BUTT)
SECTIONS - 4 PIECE
LINE RECOMMENDATIONS - Rio Tech Trout, S.A. Trout, Cortland Ultralite, Airflo Tactical
COST - $699
+ ACTION PROFILES
SUPERIOR INNOVATION
Here at Taylor we place a huge focus on innovating, creating, and pushing fly fishing technology forward. We were one of the first companies to introduce a carbon fiber fly reel. We were one of the first to experiment with graphene in our rods. We pushed the limits of reel construction by introducing the cold forging process in our reel construction. We are constantly looking for new ways to make our products lighter, stronger, and more durable.
KEY INNOVATIONS
GRAPHENE - Lighter, stronger, and less swing weight in our graphene fly rods.
CARBON FIBER - Carbon fiber reel frames are lighter, stronger, and offer superior balance.
COLD FORGING - Stronger than traditional bar-stock aluminum. Greater color saturation via anodizing.
CUSTOM ANODIZING - More reel customization options when compared to any other reel company.
SUPERIOR SERVICE
With most fly fishing companies, once you leave the shop and fish a rod or reel there are no returns. Taylor allows you to fish any product for 30 days and return or exchange no questions asked. This gives you, the consumer, a huge advantage over the typical 10 minute parking lot session to test every rod and reel. We want all our customers to LOVE their products. You can buy with confidence and peace of mind at Taylor Fly Fishing.
THE TAYLOR DIFFERENCE
- 30 DAY RETURNS ON ALL PRODUCTS
- LIFETIME WARRANTY WITH INDUSTRY LEADING PROCESSING TIMES
- UNMATCHABLE REEL CUSTOMIZATION
- WORLDWIDE SHIPPING
- SUPERIOR VALUE AT EVERY PRICE POINT
SUPERIOR VALUE
Taylor products are typically 20%-30% less expensive than our competitors. Why? There are several things that bloat the costs of fly fishing rods and reels: complex distributor networks, huge advertising spending, big box store margins, etc. At Taylor we only sell direct to consumer and direct to fly shops. Having no distributors and no big box stores allows us to save you, the consumer, money. You still get all the innovation and all the quality for 20%-30% less money out of your pocket.
PRICE COMPARISONS
Brand G - $1,200 for flagship rod
Brand X - $1,050 for flagship rod
Brand S - $895 for flagship rod
Brand W - $1,195 for flagship rod
Brand O - $1098 for flagship rod
TAYLOR REFINE Z $699 (best components, lighter blank, and proven taper design)