03-27-2008, 10:01 PM
I totally agree with fishned. In fact I sold a Orvis Power Matrix here about a month ago. The rod was a 4 pc. 5 wt 9' and sales for $350+, I sold in in NEW condition with tube for $175. There are some great deals, but you have to look. You find something don't be afraid to ask a seasoned ff if it is a good deal or not.
I also agree with the custom built. So, many people are doing that now. Even some blanks have warranty.
I personally do NOT care for a rod marked 3/4, 4/5, or 5/6. It is not a true taper and it is always way confusing on which line to use. And to put it bluntly, the CRAPPIER the gear the harder it is to learn on.
By no means am I saying that CHEAP/CRAPPY is the same as INEXPENSIVE
And like Lunkerhunter said, you don't need the UPPER end rods to catch fish, but it is always much better to have a GOOD one that you can grow into, instead of a CHEAP on you out grow.
Reels, not that important however a good drag is something you might not need but can save the day if you have it.
LINE!!!! DON'T SKIMP! This is the most important part to ff next to the fly. In fact you can cast a line without a rod[
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Feel free to bounce questions off any us as you go along, daily if need be.
We can all help you avoid mistakes we made also.
FG
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I also agree with the custom built. So, many people are doing that now. Even some blanks have warranty.
I personally do NOT care for a rod marked 3/4, 4/5, or 5/6. It is not a true taper and it is always way confusing on which line to use. And to put it bluntly, the CRAPPIER the gear the harder it is to learn on.
By no means am I saying that CHEAP/CRAPPY is the same as INEXPENSIVE
And like Lunkerhunter said, you don't need the UPPER end rods to catch fish, but it is always much better to have a GOOD one that you can grow into, instead of a CHEAP on you out grow.
Reels, not that important however a good drag is something you might not need but can save the day if you have it.
LINE!!!! DON'T SKIMP! This is the most important part to ff next to the fly. In fact you can cast a line without a rod[
]Feel free to bounce questions off any us as you go along, daily if need be.
We can all help you avoid mistakes we made also.
FG
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