Scott G Series 884-4

Reviews

1. Rated 5 out of 5

   For obvious reasons, we were scared to cast this rod. It seemed highly likely that the GS 884-4 would offer some form of disappointment compared with its unrivaled predecessor. Casting the GS 884-4 allowed us to accept that Bartschi had actually made quantitative improvements in design, and that the whole family of new rods was likely to surpass the previous generation. The GS 884-4 is clearly superior in stability and resulting accuracy to the G2 884-4. Lovers of the original will find the new model to swing lighter and form more consistent loops with a wider variety of lines. We love the Rio Technical Trout and SA Trout Taper on this rod (and on every rod in the series), but the GS 884-4 also pairs nicely with a Rio Perception, Rio Gold or Rio Trout LT.

   John Duncan (Telluride Angler)

2. Rated 5 out of 5

   The G2 884 was the favorite all around trout 4 weight at the Telluride Angler for many years. Obviously, we were skeptical that the new rod could improve upon its predecessor. Well, skeptics can kick rocks. The GS 884 is surprisingly superior in every way. The GS 884 is lighter, throws a wider variety of loop shapes, including tight loops, and feels livelier and more springy without being bouncy. You can notice these changes with the simple waggle test. Hold the GS 884 and the G2 884 side by side. Without a line or reel on the rod, waggle both and notice how quickly the GS 884 comes back to static. The difference is remarkable. When casting the GS 884, the caster drives the loop backwards and feels confidence exude through the line straightening. The forward cast is natural and noticeable and the loops drive ahead flat and parallel. A truly wonderful rod to cast. SA Wavelength Trout was my favorite line with this rod. This is an exceptional all around mid length trout tool.

   Richard Post (The Telluride Angler)

3. Rated 5 out of 5

   I had the opportunity to take out two of the G Series rods on the river the other day, both the 884 and the 885. I found both rods to be stunning performers, but will focus my attention on the 884. Immediate impression was the lightness of the rod in hand. Swing weight is incredibly light and the flex profile is so smooth, throwing tight loops is a breeze. Given I was on the water, I wanted to test out a few different tactics, namely dry, dry/dropper and small double nymph rig. It handled all of the above superbly. Of course, the single dry test was awesome. It just feels so accurate in hand. This rod truly elevates your game. Dry/dropper was along the same lines as the single dry and even the nymph rig fished well. This rod also executed mends and roll casts incredibly well. One of the benefits of “on the water” testing. I fished this rod with the SA Trout taper line.

   Jason Moshonas (Telluride Angler)