jordan Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 I'm looking for a combo to get in to fly fishing i have had a cheap one for years and I can cast but have never gone out more then a few times a year. I found some on cabelas for 80-100 bucks would these rods be ok, can I get any deals like this from the local shops in calgary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toolman Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 Hi Jordan, I would recommend visitng a few local fly shops. Tell them what your budget is and see what they offer you. Then take a few test casts with it to see how it feels. Even if you are just starting, one rod will feel right for you. Tell us where you plan on fishing, the Bow River, small mountain streams, lakes? The rod set up you buy should be suited to the type of water you want to fish. The thing about buying from a local fly shop, is you start a relationship with people who can also help teach you how to fish, flys that are working, places to fish . That to me is a bargain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenbow Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 I am in comlpete agreement with Toolman, he is offering good advice that I'd offer you too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lonefisher Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 steal a car sell for parts and buy a 2000$ rod whatever brand. who needs to test a rod. Sometimes the faster it gets The less you need to know But you gotta remember The smarter it gets the further it's going to go When you blow at high dough. My life the broadway musical Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jordan Posted June 20, 2007 Author Share Posted June 20, 2007 Thanks for the info, I would like to fish a little bit of everything is there a rod style that is best suited for a lots of different situations. Is there any bands I should look for that are good but offer cheaper setups. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SanJuanWorm Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 Temple fork outfitters rod, temple fork outfitters reel. Talk to Dave at fishtales and tell him dave sent ya. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pipestoneflyguy Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 steal a car sell for parts and buy a 2000$ rod whatever brand. who needs to test a rod. Sometimes the faster it gets The less you need to know But you gotta remember The smarter it gets the further it's going to go When you blow at high dough. My life the broadway musical Hilarious Ever seen "Airheads" I think of that whole "lone rangers" conversation everytime I see your nickname ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdock Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 steal a car sell for parts and buy a 2000$ rod whatever brand. who needs to test a rod. Sometimes the faster it gets The less you need to know But you gotta remember The smarter it gets the further it's going to go When you blow at high dough. My life the broadway musical Sounds like the Tragically Hip. Are you hip? LOL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birchy Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 Jordan, It's my first year and I went to Russell's and got the Temple Fork NXT combo. It's the TFO Signature Series (green) 9 foot - 6 weight, the TFO NXT series reel, and it includes the line, leader, and backing for $179 + taxes. Or if you want the fancy TFO rod case then it's $249. http://www.templeforkflyrods.com/outfits/nxt.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbowtrout Posted July 4, 2007 Share Posted July 4, 2007 Go to Hansons and sign up for there learn to fly fish classes for $200 and you get to keeep the rod and reel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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