Wind River Combo

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The 5/6 wt rod is fine for trout where you're going. You mention Summer- I haven't fished for stealhead and salmon in that area but I doubt there are significant #'s of those species to be found there most of Summer. Wait until you get there and if you stay until those runs do begin get the 8 wt then. The addition of an inexpensive sinking tip as mentioned to a beginning combo could work out. I've gotten 8 wt lines for salmon fishing on sale from Orvis for as little as $20 but those bargains only come around once in a while. If you stick with salmon and stealhead fly fishing you will undoubtly upgrade your equipment later when you have a bit more money. Your first purchase can be a back up or used if you're introducing someone else is to the sport.
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