Tuesday, March 18, 2014

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Switch and spey

A reel is a reel.  Just note that spey and switch lines are considerably bigger than standard lines.  If you have a 5wt switch or spey, you'd likely want a 7 or 8wt size reel.  It's pretty common for guys to use their larger saltwater reels on their speys.  A bit bigger and heavier reel helps balance the long rods as well that are a bit tip-heavy without a bit of counterbalance. 

Before you buy anything tho, its usually a good idea to use what you have.  Test the waters before you take the plunge.  If you can fit a 5wt switch line with 30yds of 20lb backing on a 5wt reel, go for it.  The smallies and shad are a blast on rods that size. 

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