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Clear Creek Portable Fly Fishing Rod & Reel Case 9’
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Clear Creek Portable Fly Fishing Dual Rod & Reel Complete Review
Our verdict
At $59.95, the Clear Creek Portable Fly Fishing Dual Rod & Reel Complete case earns its 4.5-star average across 328 reviews by fitting two 2-piece 9-foot rods in one nylon case, a two-rod capacity none of its direct competitors here offer.
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Fly anglers who fish with a backup rod or a second setup and want both housed in one nylon case rather than carrying two separate single-rod tubes.
Skip if
Skip this if you only own one rod, since you'd be paying for two-rod capacity you won't use, or if your rods are longer than 9 feet or built in more than two pieces.
- Material Nylon
- Size Two Piece (9')
- Color black
- Pieces 2 Count
- Priced 71% above the category median ($35.00 across 17 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.4/5
overall
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Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 328 owner ratings
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Popularity3.2/5
328 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
Carrying a backup rod to the water usually means either two separate cases or one rod left exposed in the truck. The Clear Creek Portable Fly Fishing Dual Rod & Reel Complete addresses that directly, a nylon case built to hold two 2-piece 9-foot rods together, priced at $59.95.
That price sits close to the Plano 35102-6's $75.81 and well under the Plano 458800's $89.99, but the two-rod, two-piece-count spec is what sets it apart from every single-rod alternative in this comparison, including the Foldable ENTBA01BA at $9.90. None of the other cases here list a two-rod capacity, which makes this one a distinct option for anglers who travel with a primary and backup setup rather than a single rod.
The 4.5-star average across 328 reviews is nearly identical to the Plano 35102-6's 4.5 stars across 313 reviews, and just a tenth behind the Plano 458800's 4.6 stars across 1,377 reviews. Bought last month sits at 100+, ahead of the Redington and Plano 35102-6 figures of 50+, suggesting steady demand for the dual-rod format specifically.
Pros
- Holds two 2-piece 9-foot rods in one nylon case, a capacity none of the compared alternatives match
- 4.5-star average across 328 reviews, competitive with the higher-priced Plano options
- Priced at $59.95, undercutting the Plano 458800 ($89.99) and Plano 35102-6 ($75.81)
- Bought last month of 100+ outpaces the Redington case and Plano 35102-6, both at 50+
- Nylon build keeps the case lighter than rigid alternatives while still zipping closed
- Black color and 2-count piece listing make it easy to confirm it's the dual-rod version before buying
Cons
- Only fits 2-piece 9-foot rods, ruling out 4-piece travel rods or longer builds
- 328 reviews still trails the Plano 458800's 1,377 by a wide margin
- No listed weight spec, making it hard to compare pack weight against the Plano 35102-6's 0.1 kilograms
- Nylon construction likely offers less rigid protection than the metal-and-plastic Redington case
- No stated padding or reinforcement detail for the reel end, unlike the Plano 458800's rod-holder feature
Specifications
| Material | Nylon |
|---|---|
| Size | Two Piece (9') |
| Color | black |
| Pieces | 2 Count |
Performance notes
The defining spec here is capacity: two 2-piece 9-foot rods in a single nylon case, versus the one-rod capacity of the Plano 458800, Plano 35102-6, Redington, and Foldable ENTBA01BA cases in this comparison. That matters most for anglers who bring a backup rod rigged with a different line weight or fly setup, since it means one case instead of two to carry down to the water. Nylon as a material trades some rigidity for lighter overall weight compared to the metal-and-plastic Redington case, which likely translates to less impact protection but easier packing into a duffel or vehicle. The black colorway and 2-piece count listing are straightforward, and the 'Complete' naming suggests the case is meant to be the full rod-storage solution rather than one piece of a larger system.
What buyers say
A 4.5-star average across 328 reviews places this case solidly alongside the Plano 35102-6's 4.5-star, 313-review record, and just short of the Plano 458800's 4.6-star, 1,377-review standing. The bought-last-month figure of 100+ is the second-highest in this comparison set behind the Plano 458800's 700+, and ahead of the Redington and Plano 35102-6 cases at 50+ each. That combination of a strong rating and above-average recent purchase volume suggests buyers specifically seeking dual-rod storage are finding what they need here.
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Frequently asked questions
How many rods does the Clear Creek Dual Rod & Reel case actually hold?
It's built to hold two 2-piece 9-foot rods, listed as a 2-count piece configuration. That two-rod capacity is a distinct feature compared to the single-rod cases from Plano, Redington, and the budget foldable option in this comparison.
Is $59.95 a good price compared to other rod cases?
It's cheaper than the Plano 458800 at $89.99 and the Plano 35102-6 at $75.81, while offering two-rod capacity that those single-rod cases don't. Against the $9.90 Foldable ENTBA01BA, it costs more but adds a second rod slot and a 4.5-star, 328-review track record.
Will this case fit a 4-piece travel fly rod?
The listed sizing is Two Piece (9'), meaning it's built for 2-piece rods at that length. A 4-piece rod breaks into shorter sections and would not be securely held by a case dimensioned for a 2-piece build.