New fly Rod?

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02-02-2016, 09:34 AM
jsav

New fly Rod?

I will soon be purchasing a new fly rod and reel combo, I have been looking at the White River Fly Shop Hobbs Creek Complete Fly Outfit from BP Shops this rod is $129. The rod an reel combo I am interested in is the 9' 5wt 2 piece rod the reel will have WF4F line on it. Keep in mind I will only be bream fishing with this combo. My question is do you think this rod will fit my needs or do I need to go with the shorter 8'6 rod with WF6F line on it? I know there are better combos out there but I like the price point of this rod and as long as I can get it to roll 30-40 feet I wil be fine.
02-02-2016, 10:09 AM
deathb4disco

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Originally Posted by jsav

I will soon be purchasing a new fly rod and reel combo, I have been looking at the White River Fly Shop Hobbs Creek Complete Fly Outfit from BP Shops this rod is $129. The rod an reel combo I am interested in is the 9' 5wt 2 piece rod the reel will have WF4F line on it. Keep in mind I will only be bream fishing with this combo. My question is do you think this rod will fit my needs or do I need to go with the shorter 8'6 rod with WF6F line on it? I know there are better combos out there but I like the price point of this rod and as long as I can get it to roll 30-40 feet I wil be fine.

Is that a typo? A 4wt line on a 5wt rod?

A 5wt will cast a 4wt line, but a 5wt line would be better.

Regardless, that would be a great outfit for bluegill.
02-02-2016, 10:14 AM
deathb4disco

Here's another one to consider, just in case Cabela's is more convenient for you:

http://www.cabelas.com/product/fishi..._SEQ_105571980

Either outfit would be fine for bluegill fishing.
02-02-2016, 10:26 AM
jsav

Its not a typo its what bass pro has on their sight and I thought the same thing you did. Here is the site link so you can check it out White River Fly Shop Hobbs Creek Complete Fly Outfit | Bass Pro Shops: The Best Hunting, Fishing, Camping & Outdoor Gear
02-02-2016, 10:33 AM
deathb4disco

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Originally Posted by jsav

Its not a typo its what bass pro has on their sight ...

I think it's a Bass Pro typo. ;)

They list a 4wt line for the 6wt rod and a 6wt line for the 5wt rod. Gotta be a mistake.
02-02-2016, 10:42 AM
jsav

I will send them a question and see I might make a short trip up there to check it out.
02-02-2016, 10:52 AM
deathb4disco

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Originally Posted by jsav

I will send them a question and see I might make a short trip up there to check it out.

Or, just call the store and ask to talk to someone in the fly shop.

If you actually visit the store, I'm sure they will put the correct line on there for you.
02-03-2016, 05:18 AM
jsav

Death what do you think about the Orvis Encounter complete fly set 5wt 9ft rod 4 piece
02-03-2016, 11:01 AM
deathb4disco

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Originally Posted by jsav

Death what do you think about the Orvis Encounter complete fly set 5wt 9ft rod 4 piece

Orvis makes good stuff, and their customer service is world class. I don't think you can go wrong with one of their outfits.

I don't know where you are in Georgia, but there's an Orvis store in Atlanta (Buckhead) if you wanted to check it out.
02-03-2016, 02:35 PM
deathb4disco

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Originally Posted by jsav

Death what do you think about the Orvis Encounter complete fly set 5wt 9ft rod 4 piece

It gets really good reviews on the Orvis site.
02-04-2016, 06:22 AM
jsav

Yeah that's what I was looking at was the reviews. only had two bad reviews out of 87 I think. This will be my next rod and reel combo. I have a 9' 6wt hobbs creek with a auto reel on it but I want to go back to a manual reel and get me a lighter weight rod should be fun with them Altamaha river bluegill.
02-06-2016, 03:43 PM
jcozzz

you should look into the eagle claw featherweight series.the rods are around 30 dollars and fish real well.i have some pretty expensive,for me anyway,rods.both glass and graphite.the eagle claws cast just as well in my opinion.
02-06-2016, 08:45 PM
wademaster

Redington Crosswater is a killer combo for the money. I've used one exclusively for a long while now. Check it out.
02-27-2016, 07:08 PM
addictedangler

I have seen one problem with inexpensive fly rod- outfits offered from the box stores. One of the reason the price is right is they use whatever is left over from companys making banks grips guides and such. If you get one that has fairly good quality material great. However if you get one with poor chromed guides you just got taken. These guides will cut and or wear your line in no time. Next thing is you go buy a new line. More then likely a $50.00 plus investment. A few fishing trips later you have a second line that is shot. So you have 2 junk lines a cheap rod that needs new guides and a very cheap real for your $175,00 investment. I have been in the flyfishing business for over 40 years and have seen happen this too many times. Buy a out fit that has a guarantee and be happy from the get go. Also go to a shop and cast the rod. It is a personal decision and only by casting it with the flys you intend to use well you know what is right for you.