ECHO Base: A Can’t-Miss Small Stream Option

For a while now I’ve been touting the ECHO Base series as a solid first rod (and beyond) based on my good experiences with ECHO generally and some trusted reviews of the Base series specifically. A few months ago, it occurred to me that maybe I ought to check them out for myself.

The ECHO Base 3-weight comes in a 4-piece, 7-ft, 6-inch configuration, with a rod sock and a sturdy fabric-covered tube. The retail price is about $90 for the 3-weight.

I paired the rod with ECHO’s Base reel in size...