Rod Reel Outfit

Rod Reel Outfit

Fly fishing outfit selections help?

being new to the sport ive set my budget to £250 , what rod reel and line combinations would you reccommend? im looking at small river angling

In his book "Complete Guide to Fly fishing" (and others in the series), John Bailey recommends a 5/6AFTM rated fly rod as a good all round fly rod to start off with... some other books usually seem to recommend a 6/7, but as you're looking at small river angling I'd go with the 5/6

http://astore.amazon.co.uk/wormdanglecou-21/detail/1847730787

(it's a good read, as is "Complete guide to freshwater fishing").

So, going on that, here's my recommended picks:
Rod....
Shakespeare TRION 9ft #5/6 - £44

http://www.mullarkeys.co.uk/fishing/fishing-rods-(including-kits-and-combos)/trout-fly-fishing-rods/0/shakespeare/5953/

though the Shakespeare Xcede Fly Fishing Rod 9ft 6in 6/7 @ £22 is quite good for the money.

http://www.mullarkeys.co.uk/fishing/fishing-rods-(including-kits-and-combos)/trout-fly-fishing-rods/0/shakespeare/5085/

Reel.... not that important, since only there to provide somewhere to put your line when you ain't using it, so...
The "Shakespeare Summit" (2684/000) at £17 is a stylish, well finished piece of kit (which is what I use myself)

http://www.mullarkeys.co.uk/fishing/fishing-reels/trout-fly-fishing-reels/0/shakespeare/760/

Backing line isn't too important, so Mullarkey's own brand stuff should do just fine:

http://www.mullarkeys.co.uk/fishing/fly-fishing-lines-and-backing/backing/0/mullarkeys/2937/

The fly line is important, though... for that I'd suggest a WFF (Weight Forward Floating), which is supposed to be one of the most "beginner friendly" types available.... a #5 on one spool, a #6 on the other.
Cortland 444 is supposed to be one of the best (£40)

http://www.mullarkeys.co.uk/fishing/fly-fishing-lines-and-backing/fly-lines/0/cortland/3698/

Total cost = £102.25 - £142.25 (depending on whether or not you get both weights of fly line)... leaving plenty leftover for accessories such as landing net, forceps, flies, leader material, polarised sunglasses to protect your eyes, etc.

Fly Fishing Outfit - 5 Items To Have A Balanced Wardrobe

Selecting the first fly-fishing outfit is the most difficult step once you have decided to participate in fly-fishing. Five essential items make up a fishing outfit. They are the line, rod, leader, reel and the fly. It is essential that each item of the outfit works in an efficient manner and is comfortable for your use. When all these items work together efficiently, the outfit is considered as balanced. Success in fly-fishing depends on the outfit, and therefore it is important to select the right outfit suitable for you. Some basic tips on how to select each of these items is given below:

1. The fly fishing line:
The first item to select is the line. This is because the line weight is the important factor. There are many different types of lines available and it is essential to choose the right one. The line weight designation in the code should match the one on the rod, which will be used. Beginners in fly-fishing can select the double tapered line, which is most commonly used. The various types of lines include weight forward, level line, tapered line and shooting taper. The floating function should be chosen for your first line. A floating line would be suited to your needs for fly-fishing. The line weight would depend on where you will be going to fish.

2. Fly fishing rod:
The three key things to consider while choosing the fly fishing rod are its length, its action and the material it is made up of. Fly-fishing rods are usually made from bamboo, fiberglass, baron or graphite. Fiberglass is the cheapest material used for fishing rods, but it is not convenient in terms of diameter and weight. Bamboo or cane rods are usually handcrafted works of art and are very expensive. These require a lot of care compared to synthetic fly fishing rods. Graphite fly-fishing rods are lightweight and durable and enable the angler to perform any action easily. Therefore, these are the most popular fly fishing rods. Baron fishing rods are the most expensive among the synthetic rods.

3. The fly fishing Reel:
There are 3 types of fishing reels: single action, automatic and multiplier. The most basic of the three is the single action fly reel, which should be selected for a first fly-fishing outfit. Multiplier and automatic fishing reel are not practical for a beginner.

4. Fly leader :
The fly leader is a tiny portion of monofilament line used to fasten the end of the fly line to the fly. The power generated at the time of the cast must be transferred from the end of the fly line to the fly, therefore the correct leader must be chosen. Factors playing a role in the selection of a fly leader are whether the fly leader should be straight or tapered, whether it should be knotless or knotted. The tippet size and the weight of the lead should also be considered.

5. Fishing Fly:
Choosing the fly for your fly fishing outfit depends on factors like the kind of fish you will be targeting and where you will be fishing. It is also a matter of personal preference.

The 5 items of your balanced fly fishing out fit are now chosen. What are you waiting for? Go out there and cast your line to catch those fish and enjoy your adventure!

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