What Is the best all around Fly Rod (Brand of rod and Weight)... We are new to fly fishing...
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StillLearning
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The best fly rod is really a matter of personal prefrences. I have several different fly rods for different types of fishing. A great all around fly rod to get started with is the Orvis Zero Gravity rods.They have a powerful but that can really drive a fly into the wind, and they this rod tends to produce a better presentation. I have a six weight that I freshwater fish with, and a nine weight that I use for saltwater. Bieng a beginner remember the higher the flex indices the easer to use, but this is a rod that you will definately have for a while and you will become profecient even with a lower flex indices. Also keep in mind the size of fish you are looking at catching, don't want to rip there lips off.;) You can order these rods at www.orvis.com, or call(800)548-9548. Whatever your choice be it a st.croix from your local fishing shop or one of these orvis rods have fun with it and make sure you tye a good knot!!
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I am partial to Scott flyrods. Get a 9 foot rod, 4 or 5 weight if trout is you primary quarry. I've got a closet full; Orvis, Sage, Scott, Winston, T&T, and others. I like the Scotts because they just "feel" right to me. You have to find your own groove. However, being new to the sport, you may want to start with a rod that is of good quality without spending a lot of money. Any of the above mentioned brands have rods in the $200-300 range which will perform well for you. Get a slow or medium action rod since you are a beginner. These cast smoothly and are less tiring than the more rigid fast action rods. I've been flyfishing for many years, and I like the "sweetness" in a soft action flyrod.
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scott or sage for sure just ask that guy with the oars on the drift boat
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I couldn't tell you today because there are so many different kinds available now. Your question did bring to mind the fly rod I had as a 10 yr. old youth. It was a split bamboo with bright red and white wrapping. I think it was 8-1/2 feet long. I wish I still had the rod today but time, weather, and many moves the rod is past history. If you are on a lake and the fish are raising far beyond the reach or a fly rod try this. Use a practice casting plug that floats (not a bubble float). Tie about 4 feet of leader to one end and of course the other end to the rod line. now tie a fly on the end of the leader and if you wish a drop about half way up with another fly. Using a spinning rod, cast this out and retreave. I have filled my limit many times doing this when others were not catching fish at all. good luck and enjoy your fishing!
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