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/acat...g_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

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.