09-09-2011, 03:58 PM
Over the last few weeks I've convinced myself that I want to pickup some fly fishing equipment and give it a shot.
I've done quite a bit of a reading, and from what I see... Most will say to start with a 9' rod, with a 4-6 fly line.
That said, I've kinda got it in my head that I'd like to fish small streams, and perhaps the odd river. For now, I'm targetting small brook, brown, and speckled trout. With that in mind, I've been considering getting a slightly shorter rod 8'6, with a 4 weight line.
Does this make sense or should I go back to doing some more reading?
Also, I've been on the search for good websites providing info on what flies to use, as well as possible fishing locations in and around Southern Quebec / Ontario. If anyone has any suggestions, tips or anything... I'm in vaccuum up all information mode and would truly appreciate any help / info.
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I've done quite a bit of a reading, and from what I see... Most will say to start with a 9' rod, with a 4-6 fly line.
That said, I've kinda got it in my head that I'd like to fish small streams, and perhaps the odd river. For now, I'm targetting small brook, brown, and speckled trout. With that in mind, I've been considering getting a slightly shorter rod 8'6, with a 4 weight line.
Does this make sense or should I go back to doing some more reading?
Also, I've been on the search for good websites providing info on what flies to use, as well as possible fishing locations in and around Southern Quebec / Ontario. If anyone has any suggestions, tips or anything... I'm in vaccuum up all information mode and would truly appreciate any help / info.
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