Because we believe in starting folks off on the right foot, we designed the Encounter Mighty-Mite Fly Rod Outfit for the beginner angler with small hands and big dreams. It combines state-of-the-art rod design with uncompromising performance in an 8' 5-wt. outfit that’s easily the best value on the market. The downsized EVA handle and extended fighting butt will help new anglers land their first big fish or their first hundred.