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Review: St. Croix Imperial Fly Rods

February 21, 2011 By: Robert Morselli

This year St. Croix re-launches the exceedingly versatile Imperials, which compete in castability and finish with many higher-priced rods. photo courtesy St. Croix Rod

I REMEMBER more than a bit of head-scratching going on when St. Croix discontinued their Imperial line of fly rods several years ago. The rods consistently garnered solid reviews and were noted by many industry insiders for their quality/price ratio.

It turns out that the line was cut so that St. Croix could take a step back to reexamine and improve it. The Imperials have just been re-launched and St. Croix points out three significant enhancements:

• The rods are built with completely revised tooling (mandrels) and patterns
• New Imperials utilize a blend of high-modulus/high-strain SC IV and SC II graphites
• The new rods feature slim-profile ferrules and are 10- to 15-percent lighter overall

The 4-piece 5-weight that I field tested this fall revealed a moderate-to-fast action and offered up a satisfying degree of power. After a four-day mad dash of fishing for bass, trout, walleye, perch, pike and pompano (day four: surf-side on a calm day, admittedly not advisable for a 5-weight, but with satisfactory results nonetheless), I couldn’t help but be reminded that the revamped Imperial line bucks the trend: at a time when anglers are being encouraged to obtain species-specific rods, this rod just asks “What’s next?” Tackle that mid-size feisty bass? Done. Need some finesse for scrupulous trout? Done. This is a work-horse fly rod for the generalist angler, not a custom-tapered instrument for single-situation angling.

On the other hand, St. Croix has taken the cosmetic appeal and component design of the new Imperials very seriously. Notable upgrades include custom-designed reel seats, premium grade cork grips, and reel seats that fit intended use — rosewood and aluminum for freshwater, and anodized aluminum for salt. Again, these are probably features you’re accustomed to seeing on $500 rods but not often on rods under $200.

While I haven’t fished the larger rods in the series, my sense is that St. Croix — like anyone else trying to create a single design that covers an entire spectrum of rod sizes — has made a rod that performs best in freshwater applications. I was mildly disappointed in the diameter of the tip-top, for example, which in my opinion should err toward being oversized to allow knots and tangles an escape route. But all-in-all, this is a rod that proves you can now get premium performance in a fly rod without having to fork out the same amount of money as you would for a full set of new SUV tires.

St. Croix 2009 Imperial rod series at a glance:

• Gloss burgundy finish
• SC IV graphite blend
• 4-piece designs only
• Aluminum-oxide stripper guides and hard chrome snake guides
• 2-6-weight models feature machined aluminum reel seats with rosewood insert
• 7-10 weight feature machined aluminum reel seats
• Premium-grade cork handle
• Cordura rod case
• Multiple warranty options

Pros: Exceedingly versatile, responsive, light, cosmetics/finish Con: Rod would benefit from heavier guides and larger tip-tops Price: $150 – $200 Rating: 9.5 out of 10

Full specs, including pricing, for the St. Croix Imperial Series Fly Rods can be found on the St. Croix Web site.

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Delivering durability, sensitivity, and power in a compact package, the St. Croix Triumph Travel 4-Piece Spinning Rods are able to accommodate anglers wherever they choose to roam and fish. Featuring premium quality 4-piece SCII carbon blanks with two coats of Flex-Coat slow cure finish, they are an ideal option for targeting backcountry ponds and streams. Securely seated to the blank are Sea Guide Atlas Performance slim aluminum-oxide guides with a sleek black finish for long, quiet casts. Building on their quality blank and guides, the St. Croix Triumph Travel 4-Piece Spinning Rods incorporate Sea Guide XDPS reel seats with eco-friendly sandblasted hoods for a secure reel attachment point that won’t let you down. Bordering the reel seats are premium-grade cork handles for a superior grip perfect for casting a line in any pond or stream you discover during your travels. Completed with a padded nylon soft case for safe-keeping while stowed, the St. Croix Triumph Travel 4-Piece Spinning Rods are a perfect solution to the challenge of traveling with a rod. -4-Piece Blank Construction -Premium SCII Carbon Blanks -Sea Guide Atlas Performance Slim Aluminum-Oxide Guides -Sea Guide XDPS Reel Seats -Premium-Grade Cork Handles -Two Coats of Flex-Coat Slow Cure Finish -Limited 5-Year Warranty with $60 Fee

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Comments: Flew all the way to Alaska only to have the tip section break in two while assembling the rod on the very first day. Never even got to cast it. A cheap Ugly Stick far out performed this rod and saved my fishing trip.

From: Moe: Michigan 8/21/23

Comments: I bought 2 of these rods for a recent trip for some shore fishing. BOTH rods broke at almost exactly the same location. One of them also broke near the tip (that happened first but was still 'sort of' able to use the rod until the main section broke. The connection sleeves are too thin and/or horribly designed for any force. I can't imagine how a 2-3lb fish could snap a normal rod- but that size fish was easily able to snap 2 of these rods. Luckily for me, Tackle Warehouse said I can return them.

From: RP: Ohio 12/15/22

Comments: LOVE this rod. Finally, a travel rod that is short enough for today's carry-on requirements. Awesome casting, limber tip with stiff butt and sensitive blank.

From: Derek: Unknown 8/24/22

Comments:  Casts very easily, no compromise between strength of the rod and the ability to break it down. The guides get skewed pretty easily, but that comes with it being a travel rod. Overall, it's great!

From: Ben: 6/6/21

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Anglers look to fly-fishing to create deep bonds with the aquatic world. St. Croix® Connect Fly Rod fuels the journey with the easy-casting tool you need to fish well wherever wading adventures lead you. These 4-piece, all-water models feature versatile medium-fast actions reinforced with the strength and responsiveness of legendary SCIII and SCIl carbon fiber materials. With a lightweight, strong, and ultra-responsive Connect fly rod in hand, you'll have the upper hand in the widest possible range of conditions and techniques. Fortified resin system boosts blank strength by 33% over standard resins and curing methods. Reinforced slim profile ferrule design optimizes strength with negligible added weight. Quality components include chrome stripper guides with aluminum-oxide rings, hook keeper, premium-grade cork handle, and uplocking machined aluminum reel seat. St. Croix Connect fly rod includes rod tube with cloth rod bag. Mfrs. 5-year warranty

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Book it: Fly to St. Croix from Newark, New York City from $252 round-trip

S t. Croix is quite a versatile tropical destination. Its white-sand beaches and rum distilleries make it the perfect place to kick back and soak in the Caribbean vibes, while its diverse culinary options make it a foodie paradise. If you want a more active vacation, you can enjoy hiking and excellent diving opportunities.

So, this new fare sale to the largest of the main U.S. Virgin Islands is appealing to many types of travelers.

American Airlines and Delta Air Lines reduced prices on flights to St. Croix from the New York City area for travel in late spring as well as late 2024 and early 2025. The travel window for this deal is from April to May of this year and December through February of 2025. The best availability involves flights out of New York City, but there are bargains to be found in Newark, too.

As with many fare sales, this one involves basic economy tickets. American and Delta both offer free carry-ons with their economy tier. Expect to pay around $35-$45 each way if you want to check luggage.

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Routes : Flights from New York City and Newark to Christiansted, U.S. Virgin Islands

How to book : Browse Google Flights , then book directly with the airline

Travel dates : Mostly between April and May, and December through February

This deal was originally sent out by Going . Sign up for Going to get up to 90% off select flights via its Premium membership , which users can try for free for 14 days and then $69 per year. You can also upgrade to the Elite tier for $199 per year for access to all the Premium deals, plus premium economy, business-class and first-class alerts.

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We found several itineraries in early May between New York City's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) in St. Croix for just $253 round-trip on American. This is less than half what you would normally pay for this ticket.

Here's another option from New York City to St. Croix for the same low price.

After May, we didn't really see any more big discounts for this route until we looked at the end of the 2024 calendar. That's where we found some truly stellar savings, like this round-trip route from JFK to STX in early December on American for only $295.

According to Google Flights, that flight during the holiday season should cost more than $700, making this an epic markdown.

You won't save quite as much money if you fly in January, but you can still find some bargains. American has sub-$300 round-trip tickets in case you want to shake off the post-holiday doldrums with a getaway to the tropics.

What about February, you ask? We found decent availability on round-trip flights between New York City and St. Croix for $252 in February.

Most of the best fares we found in this deal were for flights out of JFK. However, Delta does have a few bargains out of Newark. You can fly Delta from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to St. Croix in January for $316 round-trip, which is a significant discount from what this route typically costs.

The same route is even cheaper in February — just $265.

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Bottom line

Many flights in this deal are almost $500 cheaper than usual. Plus, there is so much to explore in St. Croix that it's worth booking a trip, no matter what kind of traveler you are.

Once you get to St. Croix, make some time to book the Hamilton walking tour . It tells you all about young Alexander Hamilton's time living in Christiansted, and how it would affect the future Founding Father's life.

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On Feb. 24, 2022, Russia invaded its neighbor country Ukraine, starting a war between these two countries.

This act of invasion caused many Ukrainians to flee their country and seek shelter in places like Poland, Hungary, Slovakia, etc…

At this time, we recommend no travel to Russia or Ukraine, or any neighboring countries for your own safety.

Russia : Safety by City

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Moscow, the capital of Russia, is a political, scientific, historical, architectural and business center of this huge country.

It’s one of the most visited places in Russia, and for good reason.

The best-known parts of Russia are concentrated precisely in the urban areas and cities like Moscow and Saint Petersburg.

Moscow’s history attracts the most tourists, as they are fascinated by it is a surreal and sometimes brutal but nevertheless thrilling and jaw-dropping national story.

In this city, visited by 17 million tourists annually, the history, told in its numerous museums, some of which are the world’s greatest, interacts with modernity.

For example, in the Garden of Fallen Monuments (Fallen Monument Park), you can see entire clusters of modern art contrasting with the very non-conceptual Communist monuments.

• Warnings & Dangers in Moscow

OVERALL RISK: MEDIUM

Generally speaking, Moscow today is safe as much as other cities in Europe, despite its problematic history with criminal activity in the 90s. However, if you’re planning on traveling to Moscow, keep in mind that you should always keep your guard up and remain aware of your surroundings, just in case.

TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: LOW

Generally speaking, transportation in Moscow is safe, but you should bear in mind that kidnappings have been known to happen, mostly in unlicensed taxis, so be careful when hailing one on the streets. Keep in mind that the most dangerous areas where small crime tends to occur are the underground walkways, called “perekhods”. Only use official services like Yandex Taxi, Uber or Gett taxi.

PICKPOCKETS RISK: HIGH

Pickpocketing is very common in Moscow, and surprisingly it is mostly performed by groups of children. Pay attention to your belongings, don’t leave them in plain sight and be especially careful in crowded places like stations or near tourist attractions.

NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: LOW

Moscow isn’t particularly susceptible to natural disasters. Some blizzards and snowstorms are possible during winter which can affect the traffic and delay your flights. During winter, be prepared to face the below-freezing temperatures.

MUGGING RISK: MEDIUM

The situation improved drastically when it comes to kidnappings and muggings. Generally, never accept free drinks or food when you’re in a club or a bar. Drink spiking and then attacking and robbing the victim have been reported on numerous occasions.

TERRORISM RISK: HIGH

After the recent terrorist attack in the subway in St. Petersburg the probability of this situation happening again in Moscow is very high.

SCAMS RISK: HIGH

There are many scams in Moscow, usually performed by children trying to distract you and then steal some money from you. Never talk to strange kids on the street. Also, you should avoid playing street gambling games.

WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: LOW

Women are generally safe in Moscow, though you should avoid finding yourself alone in clubs or bars, and of course, apply all normal precaution measures like avoiding remote and poorly lit streets and areas.

• So... How Safe Is Moscow Really?

Moscow experienced a rise when it came to crime rates during the 1990s.

Violent crime, as well as petty crime and scams,  had increased, but the biggest part of the violence was within the criminal groups themselves, and it didn’t affect foreigners that much.

However, it decreased since the 90s, so right now, for tourists, Moscow isn’t more dangerous than any other European city, it’s even less so.

The crime rate in Moscow is fairly lower than one in New York, London or Paris, so you should feel safe here.

Also, you can count on the officials to be uncorrupted – don’t ever try to bribe them: you will be charged with bribery.

Bear in mind that if you are a member of the LGBT community, there is no reason to avoid Moscow altogether but you should refrain from any public displays of affection.

As of June 2013, “homosexual propaganda to minors” is prohibited, which means that any discussion of gay rights or homosexuality issues in the presence of minors is punishable by law.

While you walk around Moscow, you might encounter police officials that may demand to see your papers to check if you have been registered within 7 business days of your arrival into Moscow.

You shouldn’t have any problems with this, because if you stay in a hotel then you are automatically registered and will be handed a confirmation paper.

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Most countries do need a visa to enter Russia, and if you’re a U.S. citizen you must possess both a valid U.S. passport and a bona fide visa issued by a Russian Embassy or Consulate. None of the nationals that do need a visa can acquire one upon arrival, so make sure you apply for your visa in advance. If you are not sure about your visa status, visit www.doyouneedvisa.com which will let you know whether or not you need visa based on your nationality and the country you want to visit.

The Russian ruble is the official currency in Moscow. ATMs are widespread throughout the country and credit cards are accepted everywhere.

Moscow has a highly continental influenced climate characterized by warm to hot and dry summers and extremely cold, freezing winters with temperatures as low as -30°C – sometimes even lower, with heavy snowfall.

Sheremetyevo International Airport is the Russian busiest international airport. It is located in Molzhaninovsky District, Northern Administrative Okrug, in Moscow, about 29 km northwest of central Moscow.

Travel Insurance

Just like anywhere else, we advise getting travel insurance when traveling to Moscow, because it would cover not only medical problems but also theft and loss of valuables.

Moscow Weather Averages (Temperatures)

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9 Reviews on Moscow

That's just not true.

The person who wrote the text obviously have never been in Moscow and in Russia at all. This is ridiculous. Even about pickpocketing, the risk at most is medium, mugging is zero in historical places but is pretty high in sleeping quarters

Your rating is only two stars for safety though? So I am confused. Are you rating the article to be in poor taste?

I went to Moscow in 2021. I enjoyed the trip. I felt there were “unsafe areas” so I avoided them. So long as you know where you are going and don’t insult the locals, you should be fine.

51% safe?! Is this out of date?

Moscow and Russia in general are MUCH SAFER than Paris or London, yet those latter are more than 15 points ahead?!

Hell, it’s even admitted in the above text: “Moscow isn’t more dangerous than any other European city, IT’S EVEN LESS SO.” Yeah, you bet! And then: “the crime rate in Moscow is fairly lower than one in New York, London or Paris, so you should feel safe here.” So why the low rating? I don’t get it.

Also, the latest terrorist attack in Moscow happened in 2010… so how can you honestly say that the risk is still “high”? Especially for the fact Russia is very much on the edge when it comes to fighting terrorism domestically and over the world.

Sure, it might not be ideal everywhere in Moscow, but it’s WAY SAFER than in Paris, especially at night. You just can’t go out in Paris after the evening anymore, in most areas (I got assaulted for no reason at Châtelet-les-Halles and taking the RER train at dark is becoming more and more risky)… while in Moscow, chances are that you’ll see girls in miniskirts walking home while quietly singing. Or maybe you’ll stumble upon some gorgeous lady asking you for a lighter and then giving you her number for a coffee the next day. So very dangerous!

I sense a serious bias, here. Is it because of that LGBT thing? Could you pick a more extreme case? Yeah, you can totally be gay in Russia, just be so in private. There even are transsexuals, but this is a traditional and respectable country, so you should respect their choice of not publicizing various sexual lifestyles.

Moscow and Saint Petersburg are safe

Moscow and Saint Petersburg are very safe in my opinion! I’ve been to both cities visiting family! There are so many people out on the streets and on public transportation- I felt very safe! You need to change your ratings!!

Any update on Covid-19 to visit Moscow

I visited 118 country and Moscow one of the safest city I have been, st Petersburg as well, I read this article hoping to find any update on covid-19 restrictions upon arrival, so if anyone can update I’m planning to visit Moscow again but I need to know if quarentain is required or mandatory, anyone can share, cheers.

In Russia nobody cares, masks off. I dont know if fiew thousands of infected per day are high for you though. I was never arrested for not wearing mask, but you have to have it on you. Sometimes cops ask to put mask, you just do that and everything ok, some shops can refuse to do service if you dont have mask. I assume they pressured by boss, so just put on mask, they can give you gloves and dont cause any problems.

Written by someone who never visited Russia

A veer biased review. Moscow or St. Petersburg for being such brilliant truly cosmopolitan cities are extremely safe. Pickpocketing in Russia?! By children?! Who wrote this? Clearly by someone who has never been to the great country of Russia.

Have never been there. But wish me well

Bias review, Moscow is much safer than that!

This review is so bias and just wrong! First of all apart from being a political, scientific and etc center, it is an absolutely beautiful city and a very culturally rich city. For tourists there’s a huge range of delicious food, amazing shopping, a lot of cultural activities, and all sorts of entertainment. I’ve travelled there in December 2019, and most of the time I spent walking around and exploring by myself, be it during day time or night, nothing happened to me once. I mostly used subways and sometimes taxi, both safe. Just have a common sense when it comes to safety and you’ll be fine. You need to travel there at least once in a lifetime, it’s a completely different experience and it’s a beautiful one, NOT a communistic terrorist epicenter as some describe it to be.

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Article Contents

• Moscow : Safety by City
• Overall Risk
• Transport & Taxis Risk
• Pickpockets Risk
• Natural Disasters Risk
• Mugging Risk
• Terrorism Risk
• Women Travelers Risk
• Weather Averages (Temperatures)
• User Reviews
• Share Your Experience

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