07-17-2013, 01:52 PM
I'm no expert, but I have been fly fishing for over 50 years.My first experiences were horrible - because I had horribly mis-matched equipment. For that reason, I always recommend that first-timers buy a packaged outfit.
Most makers offer one, from Reddington to Orvis. Do pick one in #4, #5 or #6 because they are almost universally useful. Not too heavy for small stream dry flies and not too light for big river nymphing. A nine-foot #5 is widely considered the be THE universal fly rod.
Then get some actual hands-on help with casting. You will need some help getting it right.
Welcome to the club.
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Most makers offer one, from Reddington to Orvis. Do pick one in #4, #5 or #6 because they are almost universally useful. Not too heavy for small stream dry flies and not too light for big river nymphing. A nine-foot #5 is widely considered the be THE universal fly rod.
Then get some actual hands-on help with casting. You will need some help getting it right.
Welcome to the club.
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