Cortland&';s Fairplay 8ft Rod The strong, lightweight Fairplay 8ft fly rods feature a 4 piece composite blank and are fitted with a hook keeper. The 5/6 WT rod can be perfectly matched with our 5/6 WT Fairplay Pre-loaded graphite matrix composite reel, and is ideal for Trout, Pan fish and Bass. The 8/9 WT rod is fitted with a fighting butt, and is ideal for Big Game Trout, Bass, Steelhead, Pike, Salmon, Carp, and Saltwater Species.