09-09-2011, 05:24 PM
I would still say a 5 wt. In at least an 8' 6". That rod will cover everything, seriously. A 5 will do everything a 4 will but not the other way around....to a point. A 5 will be easier for bigger flies and wind too.
But if you got your heart set on a 4 wt. then I agree with Mac, maybe a 7'er for them small streams and creeks.
I still say, don't skimp on the line.
As far as flies, I am old school. Prince Nymph, Copper Johns, Haresears, Pheasant Tails, for dries, Hoppers, Stimulators, Caddis, Parachutes in different colors like PMD, BWO, even a pale yellow.
And of course WOOLLY BUGGERS!
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But if you got your heart set on a 4 wt. then I agree with Mac, maybe a 7'er for them small streams and creeks.
I still say, don't skimp on the line.
As far as flies, I am old school. Prince Nymph, Copper Johns, Haresears, Pheasant Tails, for dries, Hoppers, Stimulators, Caddis, Parachutes in different colors like PMD, BWO, even a pale yellow.
And of course WOOLLY BUGGERS!
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