Fly Fishing BS thread

whoa!
Great article. Thorough for sure.

 

While I agree that a LOT of effort is put into these comparisons (I've read several) and a lot of information is provided, I just can't make it through an entire review/comparison anymore. It's just a case of analysis paralysis. I may look at the recommended list and if there's anything in my price point, I may see if I can find one to cast. I'd rather just go to my local fly shop and see which rod suites my casting style for my intended use of the rod (versus reading about what someone suggest I do).

 

Agree. I kind of skim them too. Like you, I find the price point that I can reach and then examine and research from there.
The great thing about fishing is that what works for one sometimes doesn't work for another. I like that it is truly individualized. That is what keeps us coming back for more, I suppose.

 

I fear that fly-fishing gear has gone the way of golf gear....UGH! 99% of people won't/can't tell the difference between a $2000 rod versus a $200 rod (or $300 clubs versus $3000 clubs).

 

Yeah.....
Coming from a music background - the instrument does not make the musician, but the instrument can make a proficient musician's life a ton easier. That's for sure.

 

They are calling for 50* here Friday. I may be sick enough to call off work, but well enough to fish.

 

You are correct, yet people will keep buying the latest and greatest.

 

Is this your first fly rod outfit?

If so and if you'd only be using it as a fly rod, I think you could do better by piecing an outfit together or buying an entry level outfit from Cabela's, LL Bean or Orvis.

 

Yes it is. I linked the wrong set-up. It’s actually this one. Accidentally deleted my response while trying to edit.
http://www.orvis.com/store/product....d=758&group_id=759&cat_id=5978&subcat_id=7309

 

Water I plan to fly fish is small. No real big streams around here. Am I correct assuming I would need a 4/5 wt setup w/ a 7 ft rod or less. Small trout.

 

Yes a smaller 4/5wt would be ideal. I use a 4wt, 8’ for small stream fishing.

 

That link isn't working...

 

That would be my choice as well.

 

For water like that...4 Wt is max I'd go with. 3 Wt 7-8 ft would be fantastic.

 

Hmmmm, link worked for me. Try this one.
http://www.basspro.com/shop/en/orvis-encounter-complete-fly-outfit

 

If you see yourself trying/fishing bigger water....I'd not recommend the 3 Wt. 4 Wt would allow for that.

 

I use the 4wt, 8’ , small stream, at the lake for blue gills. A little more uses , but a rod for every situation is ideal, but$$$$$.

 

Another spot. Water clear, lots of leaves from trees, about 10 ft wide here. Fast moving, 50 degrees.

 

Looks fun, find some deep holes to play in.

 

Looks like nice water!