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Post by williethewelder on Mar 17, 2007 9:44:45 GMT -4
Fly fishing is easier and more enjoyable when your rod is properly matched to the type of fishing you're doing. The two main consider- ations are rod length and fly line weight. Here are some guidelines to help you choose the proper fly rod blank.
Fly Rod Length Rods less than 8 ft. are generally used in tight spots such as narrow, brushy streams. Rods of 8 to 8 1/2 ft. can be used on medium-sized streams or any time when long casts are not the norm. Rods 9 ft. and longer are for any situation where long casts are required. 9 ft. rods are the most widely used. However, float-tubers are better off with even longer rods of 9 1/2 to 10 ft.
Fly Line Weight Use 3-4 weight outfits for fishing small flies and making delicate presentations. Use 5-6 weight outfits to easily handle most trout and panfish flies up to size 6. Use 7-8 weight outfits to handle larger streamers, bass bugs, and bonefish flies. Use 9-10 weight outfits for large flies for pike, salmon and saltwater species. 12 weight and up are more for fighting than casting. They are especially suited for tarpon, bill fish and other saltwater brawlers.
One more rule of thumb Remember: A small fly can be cast on a larger line, but a light line cannot handle a larger fly.
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