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Fly fisherman: What is a good rig to get started?
Posted on 11/29/14 at 11:16 am
Posted on 11/29/14 at 11:16 am
Wanna get an entry level set up and am curious as to what to buy.
This will be my first fly rod and reel.
Also, where do y'all fly fish?
Thanks baws.
This will be my first fly rod and reel.
Also, where do y'all fly fish?
Thanks baws.
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Posted on 11/29/14 at 11:18 am to CBandits82
Best advice, spend the money at Orvis. An entry level fly rod can be frustrating.
I fly fish in TN, AL and you can do well on the coast too
I fly fish in TN, AL and you can do well on the coast too
Posted on 11/29/14 at 11:21 am to LSUTiger205
Spend the money on the rod, the reel doesn't mean shite if fresh water fishing imo
Posted on 11/29/14 at 11:24 am to CBandits82
Posted on 11/29/14 at 11:42 am to Bama and Beer
Best advice I can give is find you an certified fly fishing instructor LINK and take lessons.
Doing so was the single most important thing I did when I decided fly fishing was something I wanted to pursue. Then you do need to practice to develop muscle memory. Most of the good instructors have loaner equipment you can try before you buy. \
Doing so was the single most important thing I did when I decided fly fishing was something I wanted to pursue. Then you do need to practice to develop muscle memory. Most of the good instructors have loaner equipment you can try before you buy.
Cbandit....just saw Epcot in your info....If you are in Central Florida area Jon Cave is hands down the best instructor
Doing so was the single most important thing I did when I decided fly fishing was something I wanted to pursue. Then you do need to practice to develop muscle memory. Most of the good instructors have loaner equipment you can try before you buy. \
Doing so was the single most important thing I did when I decided fly fishing was something I wanted to pursue. Then you do need to practice to develop muscle memory. Most of the good instructors have loaner equipment you can try before you buy.
Cbandit....just saw Epcot in your info....If you are in Central Florida area Jon Cave is hands down the best instructor
This post was edited on 11/29/14 at 11:47 am
Posted on 11/29/14 at 11:50 am to CBandits82
Buddy of mine bought a nice 40 dollar set up at wal mart. Its decent. I don't know about all this instructor talk. I taught myself.
Posted on 11/29/14 at 11:54 am to tigersownall
It's all in the elbow and none on the wrist.
Posted on 11/29/14 at 11:55 am to tigersownall
My dad showed me the basics and I self taught myself more or less
Posted on 11/29/14 at 12:10 pm to LSUTiger205
Next time you come to TN hit me up I will have my drift boat this spring.
Posted on 11/29/14 at 12:11 pm to Cracker
Are you in East TN? If you ever go down to Smith Lake, AL, you can fly fish the Sipsey River. They continually stock it
Posted on 11/29/14 at 12:26 pm to LSUTiger205
yes going to fish the clinch tomorrow with my dog and gun do a little cast and blast.
I never get down to Smith lake
I never get down to Smith lake
Posted on 11/29/14 at 2:24 pm to CBandits82
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Wanna get an entry level set up and am curious as to what to buy.
I wouldn't start with anything too crazy on the first buy.
I'd second BooDreaux's sentiment. Get an instructor with their own gear to teach you a bit or go on one or two guided trips before you buy.
It's easy to spend $500-$600 on what some experts might call "beginner" set ups.
I fish primarily with family around Grand Isle and places out of Venice.
Louisiana has some of the best fly fishing for redfish in the world...it's pretty easy to pick up and an absolute blast.
I started off with the Cabela's Prestige package (given to me as a gift). A 9' 8 wt. rod with line, backing, and reel set up.
The reel wasn't worth a dime...it took one redfish and a few trips in saltwater to destroy the drag.
Since then, I've been fishing an Access from Orvis and it's help up and performed exceptionally well with the Cabela's prestige rod, etc.
Orvis makes quality stuff that can be pricey. However, you can catch them with deals that make it well worth the trip.
TFO, Temple Fork Outfitters makes a very good rod for the money.
Again, go on a few guided trips first. There are a few young exceptional guides out of Venice.
Posted on 11/29/14 at 4:09 pm to stewie
Just ordered a new fly reel 
Posted on 11/29/14 at 4:16 pm to reds on reds on reds
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Just ordered a new fly reel
That is sexy.
Who makes it and how much?
Posted on 11/29/14 at 4:25 pm to reds on reds on reds
TFO rods and reels are great entry level setups. You get a decent product without breaking the bank.
I have a few TFOs that I use for spare rigs that I loan to friends and family when I take them. Worth the money til you want to spend some money.
I have a few TFOs that I use for spare rigs that I loan to friends and family when I take them. Worth the money til you want to spend some money.
Posted on 11/29/14 at 4:27 pm to Dam Guide
Temple Fork Outfitters for the dumb
Posted on 11/29/14 at 4:37 pm to Bama and Beer
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Temple Fork Outfitters for the dumb
Yeah, so dumb for some just entering the game.
B&B...you are just too cute
Posted on 11/29/14 at 4:39 pm to stewie
I think he was just clarifying the initials, Stewie,
Posted on 11/29/14 at 4:41 pm to stewie
Not what I was saying dumb arse
It was for the TFO for those that don't know what that means
It was for the TFO for those that don't know what that means
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