Eagle FL300-7 Fly Rod Review
Our verdict
The Eagle FL300-7 costs $50.24 and holds a 4.5 star average across 157 reviews, the second highest rating in this rod comparison behind the FL300-6'6's 4.6 stars. Its Ultra Light feature and 2 pound line rating make it the lightest duty rod of the four for trout on delicate water.
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Trout anglers who want an ultra light, 7 foot fiberglass fly rod rated for 2 pound line, at a step up in weight from the FL300-6'6 but still built for delicate presentations, not bass or salmon.
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Skip this if you are targeting bass or larger species. The 2 pound line rating and Ultra Light feature are built for small trout, well below the 10 pound rating on the PK601-7'6 or the 7wt rating on the ECHO ECHO-LIFT-R.
- Material Fiberglass
- Weight 0.11 Kilograms
- Length 7 Feet
- Line Weight 2 lbs
- Target Species Trout
- Technique Fly
- Priced 83% below the category median ($299.99 across 51 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 157 owner ratings
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Popularity3.7/5
157 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Fishing a spring creek for finicky trout calls for a rod that can turn over a tiny fly without spooking the fish, and that is the niche the Eagle FL300-7 is built for. It is a 7 foot, 2-piece fiberglass rod weighing 0.11 kilograms, rated for 2 pound line and marketed under an Ultra Light feature. At $50.24 it is the second most expensive rod in this four-way comparison, priced above the FL300-6'6 and PK601-7'6 but far below the ECHO ECHO-LIFT-R's $174.99.
Its 4.5 star average across 157 reviews puts it just behind the FL300-6'6's 4.6 stars across a much larger 575 reviews, and ahead of both the PK601-7'6 at 4.3 stars and the ECHO ECHO-LIFT-R at 4.2 stars. Bought last month sits at 0+ for every rod in this set, so none of the four separate themselves on recent purchase activity based on the data here.
Between the FL300-6'6's 3/4 line rating and this rod's 2 pound rating, there is a clear step up in capability while staying within the same trout focused, fiberglass, fly-technique family. Anglers who found the FL300-6'6 too light for their local water but do not need the ECHO ECHO-LIFT-R's carbon fiber build or 7wt rating have a reasonable middle option here, even if it costs about fifteen dollars more than the lighter model.
Pros
- 4.5 star rating, second highest among the four rods compared here.
- 2 pound line rating gives more capability than the FL300-6'6's 3/4 rating.
- Ultra Light feature and 0.11 kilogram weight suit long days casting to trout.
- 157 reviews give the rating a reasonable sample size.
- Priced well below the $174.99 ECHO ECHO-LIFT-R while staying in the same trout, fly-technique category.
Cons
- Costs more than both the FL300-6'6 at $35.43 and the PK601-7'6 at $44.75.
- 157 reviews is well short of the FL300-6'6's 575 reviews.
- 2 pound line rating still limits it to trout, not the bass or salmon other rods in this set can target.
- 0+ bought last month, the same figure listed for every rod in this comparison.
Specifications
| Material | Fiberglass |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.11 Kilograms |
| Length | 7 Feet |
| Line Weight | 2 lbs |
| Target Species | Trout |
| Technique | Fly |
| Size | One Size |
| Color | Multi |
| Pieces | 2 |
| Feature | Ultra Light |
Performance notes
A 2 pound line rating paired with an Ultra Light feature designation points to a rod meant for small, finicky trout where a heavier rod would spook fish or overpower a light tippet. At 0.11 kilograms and 7 feet, it is heavier in line rating than the FL300-6'6's 3/4 spec but still well within light trout territory, not approaching the bass-rated 10 pound line on the PK601-7'6 or the trout and salmon 7wt rating on the ECHO ECHO-LIFT-R. The 2-piece build keeps the rod simple rather than optimized for packing, matching the FL300-6'6's construction and differing from the 4-piece PK601-7'6 and ECHO ECHO-LIFT-R. For anglers moving up from the 3/4 line class, this represents a modest step in capability rather than a jump into different species entirely.
What buyers say
A 4.5 star average across 157 reviews places the FL300-7 second in this four-rod set, trailing only the FL300-6'6's 4.6 stars, which is backed by a much larger 575 review base. It rates ahead of the PK601-7'6's 4.3 stars and the ECHO ECHO-LIFT-R's 4.2 stars. All four rods show 0+ bought last month, so the data does not show any one model pulling ahead on recent purchase activity. With 157 reviews, the sample here is smaller than the FL300-6'6's but still substantial enough to give the 4.5 star average reasonable weight.
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Frequently asked questions
How does the FL300-7 compare to the FL300-6'6?
The FL300-7 is rated for 2 pound line versus the FL300-6'6's 3/4 line weight, making it a step up in capability, and it costs $50.24 versus $35.43. The FL300-6'6 holds a higher rating, 4.6 stars across 575 reviews, versus 4.5 stars across 157 reviews here.
What species is this rod built for?
The listing targets trout, with a 2 pound line rating and Ultra Light feature suited to delicate presentations. It is not rated for the larger species the ECHO ECHO-LIFT-R targets, which lists trout and salmon on a heavier 7wt line.
How many pieces does the rod break down into?
It breaks down into 2 pieces at 7 feet total length and 0.11 kilograms. That matches the FL300-6'6's 2-piece build but differs from the 4-piece construction of the PK601-7'6 and ECHO ECHO-LIFT-R. Both 2-piece rods trade travel convenience for a more traditional single-ferrule feel compared to the four-section builds.