Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} TPFR - Help me pick out my next fly rod!

I like your decision process.  Buy the rod for the area you are going to fish next.  

If you are going to primarily fish SNP and Brookies, then a 7'6" rod or smaller.  If you are going to mix in bigger streams (Yellow Breaches or other PA water) and 8' rod. I also think a 4wt is more useful.  A 3wt is a specialized tool.

   I like glass rods for 7.6" and below, though the Blue Halo is a bit sludgy.  There are some good options, 

   The Cabela's CGR 6'6" 4wt is on clearance for $59.  Not a bad rod, especially at that price, but it is a bit shorter than I like.  

   The Fenwick fenglass 7' 4wt is a bargain at $200.  

   I would also consider an 8' 4wt if you are going to fish Pennsylvania creeks such as  Yellow Breeches, Letort, or up further in central PA.  The extra length is nice for nymphing.

   I like the Reddington Classic Trout in 8' 4wt which can be had for under $150.
   I would normally recommend an entry level orvis rod too, but they don't make an 8' 4wt in the Clearwater.

As for spending your money: I wouldn't go overboard on a line either.  A quality WF4 or DT4 can be had for $40.   And for a 4wt, the reel is usually a line holder.  There are good reels for under $80. Either clicker or disk drag.  Spend your money on a good pair of waders and wading boots.

Carl

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Carl Zmola

On Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 10:26 AM, Rob Snowhite <rob@robsnowhite.com> wrote:

I've had my eye on a Blue Halo for small streams. I don't own any glass rods, that would be my choice for what you are lookin at. 

I have two new Risen rods to try out on the lawn today. Rather excited for new sticks. He price on Risen is very accommodating. 

However asking all of us for a rod suggestion is like walking into a bar and asking for a drink. 

Sent from my iPhone

On Nov 28, 2017, at 9:39 AM, Brian McGough <brian.kelly.mcgough@gmail.com> wrote:

I like 4 weights for some of the smaller creeks and streams around here. I fish holmes and accotink as well...mostly with a 4. My personal fave right now is the Sage VXP, they are often found onsale for around 200-250 bucks since they are discontinued. I also have an allen compass 4 weight that I really enjoy...it just doesnt cast the same as the sage. Would be happy to let you cast any of them if you are interested.

Brian

Brian McGough

On Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 9:35 AM, Brian Cohen <brian.a.cohen@gmail.com> wrote:

Good morning TPFR....

I have been messing around with my 9 foot, 6-weight Echo rod for the last year and a a half, catching lots of shad, the occasional bass, and a whole mess of bluegill.   I've also gone out for trout a few times, without much luck, and I'd like to change that.

The six-weight is great for fishing on the Potomac and the Shenandoah, but I am thinking about a smaller and lighter rod for smaller streams and trout.  

I live in DC, and love to fish Rock Creek.   I like small streams -  fished once this past summer at Hemlock Overlook and thought it was great.  I mainly have time for trout at Holmes Run and Accotink, with the occasional foray further out.

So I'm thinking about a 3- or 4-weight, either 7' or 7'6", and I can't figure out which would be best.

Would be curious to hear your thoughts on pros and cons, or if there is another weight/length combo I should be considering.  And if you have any specific suggestions for a relatively inexpensive rod, please weigh in with them  (I am trying to keep the rod relatively inexpensive because I figure my money is better spent on 1) A good fly line, and 2) A casting lesson or two).

Thanks for sharing your expertise and experience,

Brian

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