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Question:
I'm looking to get a complete 'beginners kit' in the under $250 range. I have been told by many shops and friends to look for a 5wt 9' rod with quality line (reel not as important). Some have recommended 4wt as I plan on fishing for trout in smaller rivers and streams (but may want to branch out later). I have seen complete kits vary from location to location, some including only the rod and reel while others include rod, reel, line, case, flies and even a vest.
Can anyone provide advice with what to look for in a starter kit and/or individual components; or recommend a starter set for me?
Also, does anyone have opinions of 5pc travel type rods vs. 2pc rods? I will be hiking in to many places and would like to know if there is a difference in these rods. In other words, will the 5pc travel rod feel sluggish or whippy compared to a comparable 2pc?
Answer:
The five piece travel rod should be fine. While I personally do not own one, two guys who I fish with all the time both have them and I never hear them complain. They have both caught plenty of fish on them.
As far as buying a new fly combo setup goes, I think that you’re going a little light. I would probably go with a six weight. This will get you into medium sized trout (a few pounds) and a little larger. You can even have fun with Bass around 5+ lbs with a six weight.
One thing I disagree with is the where you say a quality reel is not as important. I have spent very little for some very crappy reels that have broken, or just had poor action. Even thought it is more expensive, I like a reel that has its drag on the hub instead of one of that little dials you have to turn.
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