Seems all these rod makers are in the "gotta have something new for the trade show" mode. I expect there to be some really nice used rods on the market these days.
Hi Ben, thank you for reviewing a highly relevant rod series from Hardy. The question in the title is extremely catchy given that the performance of the Hardy Shadow was at paar with many premium rods. I‘ve watched the video twice, unfortunately the question remains unanswered
Nice review. Aydon Castle is in Northumberland, in England, not far from Hardy's hometown of Alnwick. It's pronounced as spelled, so you were correct. Looks a nice rod. I'm very happy with my Shadow, but if I didn't own it, I'd be tempted. I fish mainly small to medium sized rivers and streams here in the UK. Don't need long range casting capability, so a medium action rod with feel is right up my street.
Its actually named after the ancient Aydon Forrest which lies a few miles South West of Alnwick in Northumberland - the home town of Hardy. Pronunciation is ‘ey-dun’ in british english dialect.
I thought this was a Demon sintrix replacement given the price in Europe although the description of the action sounds more Shadow Sintrix. Did you get the Demon Sintrix in the states?
The Shadow was attractive because of the price point. At this price I can think of other rods I'd go to first. It had better be special to deserve consideration. I don't hear that in the review.
Fly rods, in general, have all jumped in price, so it's not surprising to see the Aydon priced higher than the Shadow. There are few medium-fast action dry fly sticks in the middle price range, so there is definitely a market for the rod. Whether or not the Aydon amasses the same cult following as the Shadow remains to be seen.
You guys are doing a great service with these reviews. Thank you for taking the time.
Glad you like them!
This rod looks to be a home run based on performance and price. Glad to see they've brought back the 6-piece variants.
We agree!
Keeping my hardy shadow, thanks for the review
Me too! 🙂
Seems all these rod makers are in the "gotta have something new for the trade show" mode. I expect there to be some really nice used rods on the market these days.
Yep half price what’s not to like
Thank you Ben.
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Hi Ben, thank you for reviewing a highly relevant rod series from Hardy. The question in the title is extremely catchy given that the performance of the Hardy Shadow was at paar with many premium rods. I‘ve watched the video twice, unfortunately the question remains unanswered
Really tough to say there... it feels a bit different but in a good way.
Nice review. Aydon Castle is in Northumberland, in England, not far from Hardy's hometown of Alnwick. It's pronounced as spelled, so you were correct. Looks a nice rod. I'm very happy with my Shadow, but if I didn't own it, I'd be tempted. I fish mainly small to medium sized rivers and streams here in the UK. Don't need long range casting capability, so a medium action rod with feel is right up my street.
The Aydon would be perfect for those situations, for sure
Its actually named after the ancient Aydon Forrest which lies a few miles South West of Alnwick in Northumberland - the home town of Hardy. Pronunciation is ‘ey-dun’ in british english dialect.
@@northumbrianfisher254 Good intel!
Which floating line do you recommend for my Hardy Ultralite 8' #4? THANKS
It’s pronounced Like Haydon without the H. Aydon is a village in northumberland where Hardy tackle originally came from
What is the difference in prepeg grafit between these two
models ?
Shadow and Aydon...
Thoughts on the 10ft?
I thought this was a Demon sintrix replacement given the price in Europe although the description of the action sounds more Shadow Sintrix. Did you get the Demon Sintrix in the states?
In the market for a new 9ft 6# dry fly only rod,What would you recommend out of sage, hardy 🤔 😉
I think Hardy hit a home run with this rod. Casts beautifully at standard fishing distances and the price point is good.
We agree!
Thanks Ben!!!!!
Thanks for watching!
The aydon is way above both the shadow and demon/jet. The double hander is also really sweet.
The Shadow was attractive because of the price point. At this price I can think of other rods I'd go to first. It had better be special to deserve consideration. I don't hear that in the review.
Fly rods, in general, have all jumped in price, so it's not surprising to see the Aydon priced higher than the Shadow. There are few medium-fast action dry fly sticks in the middle price range, so there is definitely a market for the rod. Whether or not the Aydon amasses the same cult following as the Shadow remains to be seen.
I agree Kansas. Moreover he didn't answer his own title of the vid, "Does this weird named new Hardy beat the Shadow "? I have my doubts🤔
A year later I've changed my mind. I like it better than I did initially. What I want is a dry fly rod moderate action. This could be it
Did I miss the answer to the question “Does it beat the Hardy Shadow?”
Unpopular opinion: House of Hardy = you pay mostly for the name...an exorbitant high prize.
Not as exorbitant as Sage or Orvis
@@AM1780 Yeah, that might be, but it is still too much.
Also, blind tests have proven that more expensive is not necessarily better to fish with.
@@Kivas_Fajo I agree in a sense. The best rod to fish with is the one that feels best in your hand and that’s going to differ for every single angler.
@@AM1780 True. To each his own. ^^
It's pronounced: A - den.
Sounds about right
Why does one club with the same flyweight have a different number of points in your test?
scott centric 62g - 8 points, hardy shadow 62g - 7 points