New to fly fishing

[NUFC09]

im looking to buy a decent outfit for a reasonable price, but nothing to expensive as i havnt done any fly fishing apart from cast a rod a couple of times at my mates house. Could anyone recommend me an outfit? i think there was a reasonable 1 for £100 at glasgow angling centre.. is this any good? also, what kinds of line do you need as there seems 2 be many different types? and 1 other thing, was the does the 6/7 or 3/4 and so on, next to the rod title mean? im a complete newby to fly fishing, so sorry if the answers are completely obvious, thanks

the link is http://www.fishingmegastore.com/acatalog/Fly_Fishing_Outfits.html

and its called Orvis Streamline Trout Fly Rod Outfit

[Bin]

I've been fly fishing since I was a kid and prefer it to any other fishing (sorry).
Orvis rods used to be very top end rods selling at 4 or 5 times those prices but this kits look like a good deal for a beginner. However if you can, see if you can have a couple of casts with several different rods before you buy because you might find that some have an action you don't like(too fast or to slow etc.)
The 6/7 you mention refers to the weight line that the rod is designed to use. The lower the number the lighter the line/rod.
Generally 3/4 is for streams and small rivers, 6/7 are OK for large rivers and stillwaters, lakes and general use. 9/10 is for banging a line out large distances or for salmon.
I use a 6/7 weight outfit for normal reservoir use and cast about 25 yards comfortably all day.
Hope this clears up a few issues, but feel free to ask if you have any more questions.

Good luck
Bin

[ickypimp]

why not look at a an 8 weight set up and have a bash at saltwater flyfishing, bass, mullet, mackie, pollock, garfish, plaice and coalies can all be taken on the fly

[udderman]

as bin says

if your rod 6/7 the line i would get and what i use is

floating line 7WF
sinking line 6WF

WF= weight forward, these line are easier to cast

[ickypimp]

as bin says

if your rod 6/7 the line i would get and what i use is

floating line 7WF
sinking line 6WF

WF= weight forward, these line are easier to cast
until you start playing with shootingheads

[David Hayward]

The Greys rod look like a good choice and good value. I would reccommend that you choose a 9 foot 6" 6/7weight or 10 foot 6/7 weight when buying. You will find this length of rod light yet powerful enough to cover most angling situations. Have fun!!

[Bin]

until you start playing with shootingheads

Gentleman anglers don't use shooting heads. LOL:hypocrite

Bin

[Shropfisher]

I would advise taking lessons first, go to a registered instructor ( loads in the fishing mags, justv pick one for your area ) Best money you will ever spend, as a newbie you won't get into all the bad habits, your distance will be better and you will get a feel for what type of rod & line size, Tip, middle or through action, etc. You are never too long in the tooth to take lessons.

[taytroot]

Hi there NUFC09,how did you get on with your outfit? Im new to salt water fishing and the site but have fly fished for years, if you still have questions feel free to ask
T.

[mick dunn]

Hello mate Mick here from Consett. I only started fly fishing last year. The Derwent resevoir is on my doorstrep. I went into the shop at the resevoir and explained i was a novice. I bought a starter kit from them for £120. This included a free days fishing. The rod i got was a Vipor as was the reel. I honestly did not have a clue but the rangers at the Derwent were great. Defo not money grabbers.
Went to a field and started there practising casting.I was crap. But as time moved on and watching other people i have improved.
Was up the resevoir yeasterday from 12pm until 9pm. Had a few knocks but failed to land any rainbows but not bothered makes me more determined. Probs back Wed. Best way to start is like me pop in the local resvoir and get a starter kit. Ask for advice.

Mick. ps i,ll not confuse you with wieght forward etc but you will pick it up.

[Fisher]

I started about 10 yrs ago, was always very reluctant, being an avid sea angler but a Friend of mine eventually got me out, never looked back, its so addictive.

I managed to buy a Diawa wisker 5-6 9ft for about £50 which has done me a good turn over the years. I stayed with the Diawa range and went up to a 6-7 10ft wisker again purchased for around £60, not the best rods in the world but suits my needs perfectly.
There are three main types of line, Sinking, floating and intermediate, you should match the line weight with your rod ie 6-7wf.
The floating line is fairly obvious as to what its about, the sinking and intermediate however have different speeds at which they sink, you get a fast sinking, slow sinking and the intermediate which hovers around in mid water.
I personally load my spare spools with all three main lines using a fast sinking and intermediate line along with the mandatory floating line I select what line I'm using on the day to match the conditions. You will be so surprised at how using the correct line can make a difference, for example I was fishing a still water with friend of mine who was using an intermediate line and me using a floating line, the lake was not that deep so an 8ft trace is what I had on the same as my buddy, he was catching fish after fish using the same fly as me and I had not even a touch, I kept at it for about an hour before changing over to an intermediate and voilà straight in with a fish, I could not believe it as I allowed my leader to sink on the floating line to the depth that the fish were feeding but not a touch as I say until I change to the intermediate. In my eyes the casting and rod buying etc is the easy bit, understanding the flies, what lines to use in what conditions and understanding the fish habits in various conditions is the hard bit.
Hanningfield my local reservoir do casting lessons each week at £60 pounds which includes a half days fishing.

Good luck

[saltman]

Hi all,

Just bought myself a Rod 10ft and reel, size 8 and some line sinking
plus sub surface fly leader 3lb.
I have read a article in one of the many fishing magazines on sale,
about saltwater fly fishing and would really like to have a go hence spending out.
I bought two flys Cats Wiskers on the advice of the tackel dealer,
as anyone got any ideas on flys for sea fishing.

[penn2]

go to www.ukswff.com eveything you need to know about saltwater fly fishing from line to flies tackle ect.if you cant find what your looking for just ask on site and someone will help ypu.:clap::clap:

[AndyS]

Hi all,

Just bought myself a Rod 10ft and reel, size 8 and some line sinking
plus sub surface fly leader 3lb.
I have read a article in one of the many fishing magazines on sale,
about saltwater fly fishing and would really like to have a go hence spending out.
I bought two flys Cats Wiskers on the advice of the tackel dealer,
as anyone got any ideas on flys for sea fishing.

You might to strengthen your leader a bit if you are new to the sport. Selectafly have a few reasonably priced sea flies and I am a great fan of their deceivers.

[B L Z Bub]

To catch the odd mackeral or schoolie in fair conditions a few times a year then a RT MPX Saltwater 9' 8wt or same in the Shakepeare Atlantis, matched to an Okuma Airframe will suit uou just fine.

Tackle bundles might bring you a whole outfit for sub £100

If

You want to catch mature fish 9 months of the year, then the above is worse than useless. You need mid-top end gear a lot of time and dedication, practise and fish finding stalking ability.

Generally what you put in, you take out

In the right hands, a fly rod wielded by someone who has the gear and knows what he is doing is a very effective fish catcher.

BB

Sorry, the best fly hasnt been invented, as a newbie - any streamer pattern in white will catch fish.