03-28-2008, 08:10 AM
Fly Rods are like cars you'll first want to test drive all that you can, and then once you got a feel for the right one then you'll know what is right for you. Basically try to cast every rod you can, and go with the one that feels and is aesthetically pleasing to you.
In my opinion if you can find a high end used rod for a cheap price id buy it allot of these rods have life time warranties you just have to pay shipping & handling to get them fixed.
As far as line goes FFgodess is right DON'T SKIMP ON THE LINE a good high quality line with general maintenance will last you several years I like Cortland, im using 555 but the 333 weight forward & 444 rocket taper are great lines oh and make sure its tapered at both end that way you can use the tag end one the front is chewed up.
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In my opinion if you can find a high end used rod for a cheap price id buy it allot of these rods have life time warranties you just have to pay shipping & handling to get them fixed.
As far as line goes FFgodess is right DON'T SKIMP ON THE LINE a good high quality line with general maintenance will last you several years I like Cortland, im using 555 but the 333 weight forward & 444 rocket taper are great lines oh and make sure its tapered at both end that way you can use the tag end one the front is chewed up.
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