{"product_id":"thomas-thomas-contact-iii-rod","title":"Thomas \u0026 Thomas Contact III+ Rod","description":"\u003cp class=\"s5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eThomas \u0026amp; Thomas is excited to announce the release of the highly anticipated Contact III+, a fully redesigned third generation of T\u0026amp;T’s award-winning Contact rod series. Building on the proven success of the Contact II, each model retains the familiar action and flex profiles of its predecessor, ensuring a seamless transition for anglers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003enow with meaningful performance enhancements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eAs modern techniques have evolved to include thinner leader systems, smaller flies, dry-dropper rigs, and jig streamer presentations, T\u0026amp;T has engineered the Contact III+ to excel across this broad spectrum of approaches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eAt the core of the Contact III+ is a new proprietary composite material, resulting in a 100% pure carbon blank that is both lighter and smaller in diameter than previous generations. The reduced cross section decreases air resistance during casting and minimizes wind influence while drifting. This advanced composite also delivers a faster recovery speed, allowing the rod to return to its static position more quickly. The result is longer, more accurate casts with less effort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eEnhanced blank damping further refines performance, virtually eliminating tip bounce and allowing for immediate connection to the flies as they touch down. Together, these refinements provide superior control, sensitivity, and efficiency on the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eSpecific models within the series have been carefully tuned to meet distinct angling demands. The 1002 and 1092 models are optimized for smaller flies and lighter rigs, while the former 1123 has been replaced by the new 1153—a longer, lightweight rod offering increased sensitivity. The 1153 is ideally suited for competition settings and long-line Euro-nymphing applications. All Contact III+ rods maintain the powerful backbone of their predecessors, providing the strength needed to confidently hook, control, and land large fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eWith the exception of\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e the 6-weight, all Contact III+ models are supplied with two interchangeable tips: a traditional tubular tip and a new solid carbon tip. This dual-tip configuration not only provides a spare but also expands performance versatility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eThe solid carbon tip loads more easily on the cast and delivers exceptional sensitivity during the drift, enhancing bite detection through the sighter and allowing anglers to detect the most subtle takes. It excels with micro leaders, very light and small flies, and dry-dropper techniques, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eall \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003ewhile offering unmatched tippet protection. Competition anglers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003ein particular will\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eappreciate the reduced number of lost fish when fishing at close range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eThe traditional tubular tip is better suited for heavier flies, including jig streamers, and provides improved support for weight-forward fly lines when casting dry flies or dry-dropper rigs. For anglers who prefer to impart action to the fly throughout the drift using the rod tip, the tubular option is the ideal choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eWith the Contact III+, Thomas \u0026amp; Thomas continues its commitment to innovation, precision, and uncompromising performance for modern fly anglers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s9\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s8\"\u003eContact III+ Product Specifications  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"s11\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll models except the Contact III+ 1086 (6wt) will come with two tips, one tubular tip and one solid tip.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"s11\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s12\"\u003eremium Flor grade cork grips with\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ¼” composite nose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s12\"\u003eincreases feel and bite transmission.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"s11\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s12\"\u003eMatte black \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s12\"\u003edownlocking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s12\"\u003e hardware \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eupdated with two locking nuts, complemented with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s12\"\u003eT\u0026amp;T’s trademark roll stamped logo and burled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewood spacer.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"s11\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGunmetal light wire single-foot running \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s12\"\u003eguides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with one nickel titanium bendable snake guide under the tip top to reduce line wrap. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"s11\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn 10’ 9” and 11’5” models, the guide sizing has been reduced to increase line control.  The added number of guides on the rod reduce line sag.  The 10’ models have appropriately sized guides for weight forward fly lines.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"s11\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s12\"\u003eBlack \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edouble-foot high-frame \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s12\"\u003estripping guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides a more acute angle from stripping guide to reel to reduce drag when the rod is under load.  The stripping guide has been further lowered on the rod \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ein order to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e reduce line sag.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"s11\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eInsect green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s12\"\u003e and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e goldenrod \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s12\"\u003ethread wraps.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"s13\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack hook keeper and winding check\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"s11\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContact III+ 1086 has a full wells grip and full metal black reel seat, this rod does not come with solid tip. This rod is primarily designed for migratory fish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"s17\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s14\"\u003eUplocking reel seat option available at an additional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s15\"\u003e$25\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s16\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s14\"\u003echarge on all other models.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eContact II Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRod Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eReel Balance \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTippet Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e10' 2wt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e2.99oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e4.0-4.7oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e4x-8x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e10' 3wt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e3.03oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e4.1-4.8oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e3x-7x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10'9\" 2wt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.07oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.5-5.4oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4x-8x\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e10'9\" 3wt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e3.10oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e 4.6-5.5oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e3x-7x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e10'9\" 4wt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e3.14oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e 4.7-5.6oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e2x-6x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e11'2\" 3wt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e3.20oz \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e4.9-5.8oz  \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e3x-7x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e10'8\" 6wt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e4.9oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e 5.5-7.0oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e0x-4x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eWe are happy to introduce a new, streamlined warranty process for Contact III+ tips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The angler can email a photo of the broken tip showing the break and the serial number, and a matching replacement will be created and shipped, without having to send the entire rod in for repair. Damage to parts other than the tip will still require that the whole rod be sent in for fitting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thomas \u0026 Thomas","offers":[{"title":"2 Weight III+ \/ 10'0\" \/ Down Locking","offer_id":52813027475761,"sku":"CONTACT III+ 1002-4","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Weight III+ \/ 10'0\" \/ Up Locking","offer_id":52813027508529,"sku":"CONTACT III+ 1002-4UL","price":1025.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 Weight III+ \/ 10'9\" \/ Down Locking","offer_id":52813027541297,"sku":"CONTACT III+ 1092-4","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 Weight III+ \/ 10'9\" \/ Up Locking","offer_id":52813027574065,"sku":"CONTACT III+ 1092-4UL","price":1025.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 Weight III+ \/ 10'0\" \/ Down Locking","offer_id":52813027606833,"sku":"CONTACT III+ 1003-4","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Weight III+ \/ 10'0\" \/ Up Locking","offer_id":52813027639601,"sku":"CONTACT III+ 1003-4UL","price":1025.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 Weight III+ \/ 10'9\" \/ Down Locking","offer_id":52813027672369,"sku":"CONTACT III+ 1093-4","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Weight III+ \/ 10'9\" \/ Up Locking","offer_id":52813027705137,"sku":"CONTACT III+ 1093-4UL","price":1025.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 Weight III+ \/ 11'5\" \/ Down Locking","offer_id":52813027737905,"sku":"CONTACT III+ 1153-4","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Weight III+ \/ 11'5\" \/ Up Locking","offer_id":52813027770673,"sku":"CONTACT III+ 1153-4UL","price":1025.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 Weight III+ \/ 10'9\" \/ Down Locking","offer_id":52813027803441,"sku":"CONTACT III+ 1094-4","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Weight III+ \/ 10'9\" \/ Up Locking","offer_id":52813027836209,"sku":"CONTACT III+ 1094-4UL","price":1025.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 Weight \/ 10'8\" \/ Down Locking","offer_id":52813027868977,"sku":"CONTACT III 1086-4","price":975.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Weight \/ 10'8\" \/ Up Locking","offer_id":52813027901745,"sku":"CONTACT III 1086-4UL","price":1005.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4274\/4129\/files\/Untitled_86688ebd-7d3e-4f03-9c9c-b861c3457bcc.jpg?v=1771349034","url":"https:\/\/bearsden.com\/products\/thomas-thomas-contact-iii-rod","provider":"Bear's Den Fly Fishing Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}