Firstly i will mention this, but im sure you know this already, fly fishing is nothing like saltwater off-shore fishing! so bear that in mind when casting and striking, or it will result in a lot of lost fish.
Now for the actual equipment-how much do you want to spend?
For a half decent fly rod i would suggest spending about $150, however cheaper rods can eb picked up for around $75, either used or from the cheaper brands like redington.
Rod weight- as already mentioned a 6wt medium to fast action will be your best option- a six weight will cover most rivers and lakes when your just starting out.
Reel- a simple large arbor will suit when starting out, even the simple graphite versions for about $30 will cover you for most situations when starting out, as you move on and get better you might want to upgrade to a better more robust reel, like an abel etc.
Lines- a WF (weight forward) six weight floater is all you need to start with, you can still fish streamers etc on a floater, providing you use a long leader such as fluorocarbon.
You can buy a second line, if you do buy an intermediate, a full sinker isn't needed at this point.
When buying a line buy the best you can afford, as cheap lines just do NOT work, good brands-rio, airflo, orvis.
Other than that a spool of co-polymer is needed for tippets and one tapered leader, about 9ft long breaking strain of about 6lb-depending again on where you are fishing.
A lighter leader is needed for dries anything from 4lb to 1/2lb.
Rods i would take a serious look at- are the sage Launch. They are made by Sage, which is a good thing, life time warranty and plenty of power in the lower blank. They will suit you even when you become better and your casting improves.
Sage rods
http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templa鈥?/a>
Fly lines
http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templa鈥?/a>
Co-polymer leader works for dries and wets
http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templa鈥?/a>
Another good, cheaper fly rod option
http://www.orvis.com/store/productchoice鈥?/a>
Info on fly casting and fly fishing in general-dont let the name stop you it is fly fishing
http://www.sexyloops.com/beginners/index鈥?/a>
More fly fishing info here
http://www.hooked-on-flies.com/
Thanks for the best answer and tightlines!
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I am looking into starting fly fishing, what do I buy?if i were to but stuff it would be sportsman's warehouse because it's the cheapest and the best in my opinion, and it depends on if u plan on tying flies to, or just fly fishing.
I highly recommend that you buy a 9 foot 6 weight rod (8 foot rod if you're fishing really brushy streams). Another good trout rod would be a 5 weight rod). Also buy a decent reel (you don't need the $400 plus ones) and make sure you can get an extra spool. Fill one spool with a floating line and the other with a Type III sinking line). You'll need a vest, some type of waders, extra leaders, a fly selection from a local fly fishing shop and a fly box.
Tools: leader straightener, forceps, clippers
Other: Dry Fly Floatant, product such as "DriYourFly", and some small fly fishing type split shots.
A fairly good set up can be had at: http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templa鈥?/a> (check out Rod and Reel Combo's) or http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores鈥?/a>
Send me an EMail if you need more infoI am looking into starting fly fishing, what do I buy?
Best bet for a beginner is to buy one of the combination outfits. These come with a balanced rod %26amp; reel, line, backing, and, sometimes, leaders and a couple of flies. You can find good outfits like this in the $100-150 range.
I'd recommend a #6 outfit, with a rod length in the 8 foot range. This is the most versatile outfit.
About 99% of your flyfishing will be with a floating line. So wait until you've got some experience under your wading belt before investing in a second line. Sinking lines require specialized techniques, and the majority of flyfishermen don't own one.
I would also invest in a set of waders or hip boots, and a vest. Other accessories include nippers, hemostats, and boxes to hold your flies.
Do not invest heavily in flies until you're actually on scene. The flies you use on the freestone streams of north Pennsylvania aren't the same as those needed on the limestone creeks in south-central. Best bet is to check with a fly shop in the area you'll be fishing. They'll sell you the right flies for the time %26amp; place, steer you to good fishing water, and provide all sorts of tips.
Keep in mind that flyfishing is different. Not better or worse. Just different. And it's easy to let yourself get frustrated and intimidated by it. Just take your time, learn how to make a simple forward cast, then build your skills from there.
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1st thing I'd do is find someone that would be willing to Teach %26amp; show you how to use the equipment first OK . Then you will have a good start and make less mistakes that may cost you money a $600.00 fly rod is nice But get real , ... if you start on your oun go cheap and go for Bluegills and bass ,,, First when you learn how and when to set the hook on these fish good for trout ,,,, lol it mite be hard to leave the blue gill %26amp; bass a lone to go for the trout
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