|
Forums59
Topics1,039,141
Posts13,959,857
Members144,192
| |
Most Online39,925
Dec 30th, 2023
|
|
 Rod recommendations
#14415971
07/09/22 10:49 PM
|
Joined: Jul 2014
Posts: 612
goodman1389
OP
Pro Angler
|
|
OP
Pro Angler
Joined: Jul 2014
Posts: 612 |
I’m looking for a good travel rod/reel combo for my father in law’s 60th birthday. I’m a bass fisherman and know absolutely nothing about fly fishing. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Looking to stay in the $200-$250 range.
|
|
|
Re: Rod recommendations
[Re: goodman1389]
#14416202
07/10/22 12:17 PM
|
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 209
FishDFly
Outdoorsman
|
|
Outdoorsman
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 209 |
FDF
|
|
|
Re: Rod recommendations
[Re: goodman1389]
#14416217
07/10/22 12:41 PM
|
Joined: Feb 2021
Posts: 9
BigAL33
Green Horn
|
|
Green Horn
Joined: Feb 2021
Posts: 9 |
I’ve heard good things about the TFO Blue Ribbon rods. They cost around $250. You’ll have to decide which weight rod to buy. I primarily fish for sunfish and small bass. My favorite rods are 2wt and 3wt. Good luck!
|
|
|
Re: Rod recommendations
[Re: goodman1389]
#14416221
07/10/22 12:47 PM
|
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 19,220
Jimbo
TFF Guru
|
|
TFF Guru
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 19,220 |
Before you buy anything, be sure to read the "sticky" up above!......."Every thing you wanted to know about fly fishing, but were afraid to ask!"
Is he experienced, or just a beginner?.....Lot's of options and you can spend as little or as much as you want, but it's good to know a little bit about it before you buy!
Just one more cast!
|
|
|
Re: Rod recommendations
[Re: goodman1389]
#14467657
09/04/22 01:52 AM
|
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 100
lonman
Outdoorsman
|
|
Outdoorsman
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 100 |
Orvis Clearwater is a really good rod in that price range
It's a long way to the top if ya wanna rock n roll!
|
|
|
Re: Rod recommendations
[Re: goodman1389]
#14467861
09/04/22 02:29 PM
|
Joined: Jul 2014
Posts: 844
IslandJim
Pro Angler
|
|
Pro Angler
Joined: Jul 2014
Posts: 844 |
Also good to read RexW's older post on "Testing Fly Rods", not that you'll be able to test one. He's knowledgeable source. IslandJim
I'm an Eighth Day Adventist. On the Eighth Day, God went fishing!
|
|
|
Re: Rod recommendations
[Re: goodman1389]
#14467913
09/04/22 04:01 PM
|
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 2,249
texasflycaster
Extreme Angler
|
|
Extreme Angler
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 2,249 |
Where is he located? And what will he be fly fishing for - what species?
|
|
Moderated by banker-always fishing, chickenman, Derek 🐝, Duck_Hunter, Fish Killer, J-2, Jacob, Jons3825, JustWingem, Nocona Brian, Toon-Troller, Uncle Zeek, Weekender1
|
