04-20-2009, 01:22 PM
Listen to the Fly Goddess! The reel is all but unimportant, even for most non-trout fishes. Get the best line you can to go with the rod.
I don't think you'll notice any significant difference based on the length of the new rod. However, there might be a difference based on the number of ferrules.
In theory, each "break" in the rod creates a flat spot. The reality is that with modern ferrule design it's usually not noticable. But you might have to adjust your timing slightly.
Won't be a big deal. After a few minutes casting you won't even notice that you're doing it.
Enjoy the new rod.
Brook
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I don't think you'll notice any significant difference based on the length of the new rod. However, there might be a difference based on the number of ferrules.
In theory, each "break" in the rod creates a flat spot. The reality is that with modern ferrule design it's usually not noticable. But you might have to adjust your timing slightly.
Won't be a big deal. After a few minutes casting you won't even notice that you're doing it.
Enjoy the new rod.
Brook
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