Fly-Fishing rods?

[fishingkidPA]

well trout is coming up, and i see alot of guys fly fishing and it looks like a blast. I want to get into fly fishing so what would be a good rod/reel combo to get? Or flys and stuff you use for them, (im not sure what they are called) but i see alot of guys in the early morning to afternoon having alot of luck on nympths. So if anyone here fly fishes and knows about this and could help me, it would be appreciated. 8-)

[central.PA.bass]

get one of those scientific anglers kits from walmart.. theyre cheap and come with everything you'll need to begin..  once you get the hand of it then you can upgrade to the more expensive stuff...

PS... where are you from?  What creeks in PA do you plan on fishing?

[BassThumb]

Check this out:

http://www.washingtonflyfishing.com/board/showthread.php/75467-8-weight-combo-for-sale

This is almost exactly what I use for bass, but this one for sale is a little nicer. It's a perfect setup for bass bugs, deerhair divers, and mid-sized to large streamers, and would work fine with anything smaller, like nymphs.

[Stasher1]

That seller is a member here, and I believe that outfit may be listed in the "Flea Market" at this very moment...

[BassThumb]

That seller is a member here, and I believe that outfit may be listed in the "Flea Market" at this very moment...

LOL, you're right.  I noticed it yesterday on another site.  I can't remember which, so I just posted the first link that I found.

http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1296936335

[webertime]

Buy this book: http://www.amazon.com/Orvis-Fly-Fishing-Guide-Tom-Rosenbauer/dp/0941130924

Easy to read and covers everything you'd ever need to know. 

Equipment:  6wt rod/reel, Double Taper Line, leader assortment (3x-7x). Prince and Hare's Ear Nymphs (I like bead heads), San Juan Worms, Smaller Muddlers, and Woolly Buggers (bead head and not in various colors).   This is enough to get you out on the water and successful early in the season.

[trevor]

For a good beginner rod and reel combo, check out Bass Pro Shops Dogwood Canyon Combos. I've caught tons of fish on mine, and never had any problems. Casts good enough for any stream trout fishing you'll encounter in PA. And if you are fishing streams, I would go with a shorter length.

[Stasher1]

I used a 9' 8wt fly rod for bass when I started, but I found that the newer (and shorter) bass-specific rods work a little better for me, my casting technique, and my local waters.

I sold my longer 8wt and replaced it with a 7'10" 6wt Redington "Predator". It's fully capable of tossing the larger, more wind resistant flies, but it's lighter and more manageable in the areas where I typically fish. It's also a bit easier on my shoulder.

Don't let the rod's rating fool you, it's much more stout than your typical 6wt. I keep two spools loaded with line, one has a 6wt Rio Grand, and the other an 8wt Cortland bass taper, and that rod handles both just fine. I prefer a slightly more moderate action in some cases, and over-lining with the 8wt gives me that option. I also prefer the 8wt line on windy days.

[0119]

I agree, I have a Redington Predator in 6wt and its perfect for my kind of fishing. Its handled all comers including baby tarpon and big snook.  Id stay away from big box in house brands but theirs no need for elitist gear either. But I do see a need for a good drag on a reel for species other than bass.

[fishingkidPA]

get one of those scientific anglers kits from walmart.. theyre cheap and come with everything you'll need to begin.. once you get the hand of it then you can upgrade to the more expensive stuff...

PS... where are you from? What creeks in PA do you plan on fishing?

I come from a little out side of Pittsburgh. I will fish Pine Creek, Slippery Rock Creek, Medix Run, Spring Creek (East Branch). There are a couple up by benezette also that i cant remember the names of, Neshannock, and tons of others that my Dad knows of. A lot by the Allegheny national forest.

[Flywatersmallie]

I used a 9' 8wt fly rod for bass when I started, but I found that the newer (and shorter) bass-specific rods work a little better for me, my casting technique, and my local waters.

I sold my longer 8wt and replaced it with a 7'10" 6wt Redington "Predator". It's fully capable of tossing the larger, more wind resistant flies, but it's lighter and more manageable in the areas where I typically fish. It's also a bit easier on my shoulder.

Don't let the rod's rating fool you, it's much more stout than your typical 6wt. I keep two spools loaded with line, one has a 6wt Rio Grand, and the other an 8wt Cortland bass taper, and that rod handles both just fine. I prefer a slightly more moderate action in some cases, and over-lining with the 8wt gives me that option. I also prefer the 8wt line on windy days.

That's exactly what I did (that's my rig for sale, thanks for the advertising by the way ) I ended up with a Sage Smallmouth rod. Not the stealthiest rod out there but you could double haul a Buick with that thing!

The combo I have listed for sale is a nice one, not the best for creek trout but, bass, pike, steelhead, salmon and the like, its a great setup! I just don't use it. If you are going to use it strictly for trout, maybe look for a 4 or softer action 5 weight.

[trevor]

I agree, I have a Redington Predator in 6wt and its perfect for my kind of fishing. Its handled all comers including baby tarpon and big snook. Id stay away from big box in house brands but theirs no need for elitist gear either. But I do see a need for a good drag on a reel for species other than bass.

I thought he was targeting only trout, I didn't realize he was talking about bass. The Dogwood Canyon rod and reel combo I got years ago hasn't let me down once, and while not top of the line, is a great starter setup.

[B A S S E R]

wolly buggers are always good. i have caught bass, crappie, bluegills, and trout on the same wolly bugger in one day. i like yellow and red.

[fishingkidPA]

I agree, I have a Redington Predator in 6wt and its perfect for my kind of fishing. Its handled all comers including baby tarpon and big snook. Id stay away from big box in house brands but theirs no need for elitist gear either. But I do see a need for a good drag on a reel for species other than bass.

I thought he was targeting only trout, I didn't realize he was talking about bass. The Dogwood Canyon rod and reel combo I got years ago hasn't let me down once, and while not top of the line, is a great starter setup.

i am targeting trout with this, on streams so maybe not a to long of a rod

[bass or bass ?]

For a good beginner rod and reel combo, check out Bass Pro Shops Dogwood Canyon Combos. I've caught tons of fish on mine, and never had any problems. Casts good enough for any stream trout fishing you'll encounter in PA. And if you are fishing streams, I would go with a shorter length.

The Dogwood Canyon rigs are a great value. ;D

Now, I recommend these instructional DVD's.

1. "Basic Fly Casting with Doug Swisher" from Scientific Anglers.

2. " Fly Fishing for Bass and Pan fish with Skip and Carol Morris" from Fly Fish TV.

Both can be purchased from the BPS online catalog. The first one will get you fly casting quickly and easily. The second will help you with bass techniques on fly casting gear.

Have fun and happy fly fishing! 

[Stasher1]

i am targeting trout with this, on streams so maybe not a to long of a rod

Ah, well in that case, the Redington CT (Classic Trout) is what I'd recommend. I have the 8'6" 5wt and the 7'6" 3wt, and absolutely love them both. If I was looking for another trout or all-species rod, I'd order another CT without hesitation.

[0119]

Id didnt mean to imply the Predator is a bass rod. I think those fly rods that say theyre a bass rod are only a gimic. If your looking to never try fly fishing for anything but trout then a 6 wt isnt what you want and you'd be better off with a 4 wt. But that limits you if one day you discover that any species is a blast on a fly rod.

[trevor]

For a good beginner rod and reel combo, check out Bass Pro Shops Dogwood Canyon Combos. I've caught tons of fish on mine, and never had any problems. Casts good enough for any stream trout fishing you'll encounter in PA. And if you are fishing streams, I would go with a shorter length.

The Dogwood Canyon rigs are a great value. ;D

Now, I recommend these instructional DVD's.

1. "Basic Fly Casting with Doug Swisher" from Scientific Anglers.

2. " Fly Fishing for Bass and Pan fish with Skip and Carol Morris" from Fly Fish TV.

Both can be purchased from the BPS online catalog. The first one will get you fly casting quickly and easily. The second will help you with bass techniques on fly casting gear.

Have fun and happy fly fishing!

Ahhh! Whatever they're not!  :-[ They suck! Get a Scott rod with Hardy reel and some Sharkskin line and your set!   ;D

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

I agree, I have a Redington Predator in 6wt and its perfect for my kind of fishing. Its handled all comers including baby tarpon and big snook. Id stay away from big box in house brands but theirs no need for elitist gear either. But I do see a need for a good drag on a reel for species other than bass.

I thought he was targeting only trout, I didn't realize he was talking about bass. The Dogwood Canyon rod and reel combo I got years ago hasn't let me down once, and while not top of the line, is a great starter setup.

i am targeting trout with this, on streams so maybe not a to long of a rod

Don't go too short either, especially when learning to cast a  fly rod. The shorter length can magnify casting errors. 8' is probably a good starter length.

[WdyCrankbait]

Buy this book: http://www.amazon.com/Orvis-Fly-Fishing-Guide-Tom-Rosenbauer/dp/0941130924

Easy to read and covers everything you'd ever need to know.

Equipment: 6wt rod/reel, Double Taper Line, leader assortment (3x-7x). Prince and Hare's Ear Nymphs (I like bead heads), San Juan Worms, Smaller Muddlers, and Woolly Buggers (bead head and not in various colors). This is enough to get you out on the water and successful early in the season.

Agree with everything but the Double Taper, Weight Forward (WF) will be easier for you to learn on.  Also, get some cricket flies, they will be unbeatable!

One fly that did a lot of damage for me was a Blue wing olive with the hackle cut off and used as a nymph.  I got to meet some nice trout with that pattern! 8-)

[B A S S E R]

at the bps spring classic the dogwood canyon's are on sale for $30. there is also a reel you can get but i dont know anything about it

[J Francho]

I grew up with Eric, the owner of this company.  A really good guy to deal with, plus lifetime warranty on his stuff: http://www.wildwaterflyfishing.com/