Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 5wt

I would go to orvis and cast what they have and then go to a non-orvis shop (hopefully Rich's shop opens soon) and cast what they have. 

Then sit on it for a bit and think about it.

• Do you want to pay for a top end model if this really is going to be a workhorse rod.
• Do you want a 5wt or 6wt. (the 4wt/6wt combination  is nice).  
• Is this a trout only rod?  East coast only?
• Is a new rod a necessity?  There are some good deals on used equipment.

From experience, there is no "one" rod.  I also think the rod is one of the least important items to splurge on when starting out.  A really nice set of waders and good fishing bag/vest is more important.

As for reels?  For a good value, I've liked Okuma reels.  I really prefer multiple reels over one reel with multiple spools.  I have my preferences for reels (Disk Drag, quiet with an exposed rim) and I prefer narrow/mid arbor reels in 5wt and under.  I'm sure other's will have their opinions.

I would make suggestions but most of the reels I own are over 20 years old.   But most are just pretty things to have.  I only regularly fish about 6 of them.

Carl

Carl

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On Mon, Oct 9, 2017 at 3:17 PM, abbie mcmullen <abbie.mcmullen@gmail.com> wrote:

I am ideally looking for a new workhorse. I love my 4wt but I have found it to be a bit light if I want to toss a heavier streamer or if there is a stiff breeze. I do actually have a blank 5wt echo that my boyfriend stripped down with intentions to customize. So I could even get away with a good reel! I'm also looking to switch my click drag 4wt to an adjustable if anyone has any thoughts on that!

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