03-21-2014, 09:20 PM
I started with a $60 combo. Didn't want to spend a lot if wasn't good at it or didn't like it. Caught lots of fish on the $60 outfit. Reel and line are crap but they work (line is first thing I would upgrade). I still have and use the $60 rod from time to time and it's fine -- just not as much fun as the more expensive ones.
Two months later I was "hooked" on fly fishing and now my line costs more than the combo. I still have fond memories of catching my first trout on a fly with that outfit. However, I fully agree with others that spending 2-3 times more will get you much improved gear and make it a lot easier (and more fun) to learn.
Come to the Wasatch Fly Tying show next week to check out some options and take a free beginners class.
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Two months later I was "hooked" on fly fishing and now my line costs more than the combo. I still have fond memories of catching my first trout on a fly with that outfit. However, I fully agree with others that spending 2-3 times more will get you much improved gear and make it a lot easier (and more fun) to learn.
Come to the Wasatch Fly Tying show next week to check out some options and take a free beginners class.
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