There are many good brands of fly fishing equipment. Some of the industry standards include: All General Tackle: Orvis, LL Bean, Cabelas, Bass Pro Shops Rods: Sage, R.L. Winston, Orvis, Scott, Beulah, Temple Fork Outfitters, Redington Reels: Tibor, Abel, Lamson, Mako, Orvis, Cabelas, Sage, Redington Waders: Simms, Patagonia, Cloudveil, Orvis, Hodgeman
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It's possible but the reel and rod are not made to handle the stresses that monofilament fishing line will put on the gear. The drags on a fly fishing reel are not as robust as a conventional reel.
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John Shewey has written: 'Fly Fishing Pacific Northwest Waters' 'Orvis Pocket Guide to Fly Fishing for Steelhead' 'Washington blue-ribbon fly fishing guide' -- subject(s): Fly fishing 'Steelhead River Journal' 'Fly fishing for summer steelhead' -- subject(s): Fly fishing, Steelhead fishing 'Alpine Angler' -- subject(s): Fishing lures, Fly fishing
You have to have a Fly Fishing Rod and some Feathers to fly fishing.
There are a few key things that you need to start fly fishing... # Fly fishing rod # A reel to match the fly rod # Fly fishing line - this is a special type of line (not nylon) that is critical in fly fishing # Nylon - to tie onto your fly line and the ntie your flies off this. # Flies - there are many kinds, dries, nymphs, wets, streamers That is all the equipment you need to catch fish, there are of course other things that will improve your fly fishing experience and help you catch more fish. The other thing you need to start fly fishing if a 'fly cast' this is the unique action we use to elevate our flies and then place them onto or into the water. This resrouce will provide you with all the info: http://www.startflyfishingnow.com
Dave Hughes has written: 'Dry fly fishing' -- subject(s): Fly casting, Fly fishing, Fly tying 'Fly fishing basics' -- subject(s): Fly fishing 'Trout from Small Streams' 'Strategies for stillwater' -- subject(s): Fly fishing, Lake fauna, Pond fauna, Trout fishing 'Matching Mayflies' -- subject(s): Artificial Flies, Fly fishing 'Tactics for trout' -- subject(s): Trout fishing 'An Anglers Astoria' 'Fishing the Four Seasons' 'Reading the water' -- subject(s): Fly fishing, Trout fishing
The specialized lines used in fly fishing set this apart from other methods. Fly lines come in different weights and are designed for use with specific rods. Fly reels also come in different sizes so choose an appropriate model to suit your needs.
The kind of rod you need depends on what kind of fish you plan to catch. A 5 or 6 weight rod is a good one to start with. Check local fly fishing clubs to see in they give casting lessons. If they do, they may provide a rod to use for your lessons and you will get a good idea which one is a good one to start with.
Turhan Tirana has written: 'Fly fishing' -- subject(s): Fly fishing 'Fly Fishing' -- subject(s): Fly fishing, OverDrive, Nonfiction, Sports & Recreations
Frederick B. Wichman has written several books on fly fishing, including "Dry Fly Fishing in Salt Water and Fresh Water" and "The Complete Book of Tackle Making." He is recognized for his expertise in fly fishing techniques and gear.