Post by: jeepster on February 05, 2014, 02:30:31 PM
anyway, it was a cheap Chinese rod, I think I paid like 50$ for it, but now I'm after a new rod.
I'm thinking of something 8-12 wt, something capable of cutting through the wind. Keep in mind I primarily a saltwater fly guy, and I like to cover ALOT of water. I used to have a double handed 9wt that I borrowed for a while and I liked it, but I was thinking of getting a 10, 11, or 12 just for the sake I huck a lot of streamers, and it's often windy
What would you guys recommend for under 500$ ? I noticed the reddington vapen red, but I've also looked at the TFO clouser rod.... What's good?
Post by: huntnphool on February 05, 2014, 03:01:49 PM
Well..... I found my 8wt snapped in half in my garage. I have no idea how it happened, but with 3 other people tossin stuff around in there, somehow my rod got violated..... :bash: :bash: :bash:I own several Sage rods, all different weight, and could not be happier with them. I've tried lots of other brands but still prefer the Sage.
anyway, it was a cheap Chinese rod, I think I paid like 50$ for it, but now I'm after a new rod.
I'm thinking of something 8-12 wt, something capable of cutting through the wind. Keep in mind I primarily a saltwater fly guy, and I like to cover ALOT of water. I used to have a double handed 9wt that I borrowed for a while and I liked it, but I was thinking of getting a 10, 11, or 12 just for the sake I huck a lot of streamers, and it's often windy
What would you guys recommend for under 500$ ? I noticed the reddington vapen red, but I've also looked at the TFO clouser rod.... What's good?
I would hit the local Fly shops and try them all out, don't look at the price tags until you find the one you like and can load up and cast well. :twocents:
Post by: Bmcox86 on February 05, 2014, 03:05:29 PM
Post by: wafisherman on February 05, 2014, 03:06:39 PM
Also, I'm not crazy about going above an 8wt unless you are targeting huge kings or something... I fast action rod in 9.5 or 10ft length is probably what you are looking for. I'd stick with 8wt and look into lines such as the Rio Outbound that can shoot line a mile when you master your double haul.
Post by: mossyoak arrow slinger on February 05, 2014, 03:29:51 PM
Post by: jeepster on February 05, 2014, 04:36:02 PM
Went to holiday, the reddington dually wasn't bad.... I'm gonna go with a switch, that's decided, but soooo many choices....
Anybody going to the fly fishing expo?
Post by: Russ McDonald on February 05, 2014, 05:03:19 PM
Post by: JLS on February 05, 2014, 05:22:13 PM
Get one with a lifetime warranty in case this happens again. You never know when a tip will break.
Post by: jackelope on February 05, 2014, 05:58:09 PM
I can throw meaty 6-8" long bunny leeches on a 10' fast 6 weight GL Loomis GL4. I can also "switch" cast with it even though it's not technically a switch rod. I use it a lot for summer steelhead and lake fishing for the bigger rainbows in a tube or pontoon on lakes like Dry Falls or Lenice. I did a bunch of fly fishing in the Sea of Cortez with a 2 handed 12 weight and that thing will just tire you out it's so dang heavy. A fly rod is one of those things you really need to test drive to know if it works for you....a lot like a bow. I'd go to a quality fly shop where you can cast their rods and see what you like. Sage, Loomis, Orvis, Redington, TFO. All good. TFO is a great company and really a great deal for the money. Look at Allen Fly Fishing too. I like their rods.
Post by: Slimdog350 on February 05, 2014, 06:23:22 PM
Post by: aaronoto on February 05, 2014, 08:35:06 PM
My go to single handed saltwater rod is an Echo 3 Saltwater 6wt or a Reddington Crosswater 8wt, depending on conditions. I've tried the Switch rod on the beach, but overhead casting it just wasn't my thing.
Post by: Shane54 on February 05, 2014, 09:10:34 PM
Post by: Heredoggydoggy on February 05, 2014, 10:04:34 PM
Anything sage!
:yeah: I second the Sage. I got a 9' #7 rod and reel outfit 15 years ago, and like it, but an 8' rod was better for the brushy creek I often fished. Haven't flyfished in a long time, and used to tie my own flies when my hands were steadier.
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