Which Fly Rod/Reel should I get?
I really want to get into fly fishing, just to do something different besides the usual fishing with my spinning rod and reel with lures, jig, etc. Though I know very little about Fly fishing. I know a bit about the simple stuff, like what the rod wt means and stuff like that, but I don't know what works best for what. First, What size rod should I get (wt). I mainly fish largemouth and peacock bass, and occasionally I fish saltwater for fish no more than a few pounds. But I am also interested in catching small tarpon that I see very often in a lake behind my house. What Rod wt would be best for my needs? Also, what is a good, affordable brand of rod and reel to get, I heard redington is a good brand and cheaper than other brands, but im not so sure. And if there is anything else that is important that i should know, please let me know, thanks!
I think I would look towards an 8 weight for your needs, possibly a 7.
Redington is a good brand but I've heard some quality complaints as of late. St. Croix makes a good value line of rods. G. Loomis has their GL2 line and I believe a line designed for bass.
Look to spend $100 for a rod for anything resembling functional. The reel you can easily skimp on. The rod and the line are the most important investments.
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