Rod recommendation for steelhead newbie - Washington Fly …
2023年11月16日 · I agree that a Switch rod could be a perfect tool for those coastal waters. However, you should be aware that short 2-handed rods (Switch usually = 10.5 to 11.5') are more difficult to learn to cast for most people than longer 13 and 14' Spey rods. Knowing how to Spey cast first with a longer rod facilitates transitioning to a shorter Switch rod.
Reels for bamboo fly rods | Washington Fly Fishing Forum
2013年11月4日 · When lake fishing, I use my 1492 1/2 for trolling with a 4 wt clear intermediate line on an 8' med action 4 wt graphite rod. Trolling makes it easy for me get the fish on the reel, since I have no slack out when the fish hits, and a good strike will often sound the alarm! As in, "Man, that hit was a real screamer!"
South Bend 359 Bamboo Rod - Washington Fly Fishing Forum
2009年9月16日 · The rod has all new guides and finish. I made a new mid-section according to the original rod taper, to replace the short section that came with the rod (see below). This was one of South Bend's better models. Casts a WF6 with lots of power, and would be a nice first bamboo rod. The short mid-section shown in the picture came with the rod.
DIY/ Homemade Rod Tube | Washington Fly Fishing Forum
2018年5月15日 · Try plumbing specialty stores. Yes, I know cabela's and other discount manufacturers make generic rod tubes for $20 or so, but this is a bomb proof holder and a fun project. parts/ supplies:-length of 2.5" PVC. (start by measuring an existing tube you have have that you know the rod you plan to use the case for will fit.)-2.5" PVC closed end cap
Experimenting with fishing flies with ultralight spin rods
2023年2月15日 · The idea was to switch rod types and each get used to fishing with flies, regardless of the rod type. With 6 weeks both the girl and boy had caught stocked Rainbows in a pond and wild Rainbows in a stream with both the spinning rod/casting bubble and with the collapsible rod. As far as the kids were concerned it was all just fly fishing.
Bamboo Rod Builders in Spokane - Washington Fly Fishing Forum
2023年11月28日 · You might want to check out vintage bamboo fly rods on eBay. I would suggest builders like Phillipson, Edwards, Heddon, Orvis and there are models of South Bend too. Most vintage rods need a few repairs and wraps redone but you can end up with a rod your child of grand child one day would cherish to own.
What weight rod for Salmon or Steelhead? - Washington Fly …
2009年8月4日 · The lower Cascade is open in the early summer for spring chinook, and the fly gear being discussed might almost be suitable to the task, but statistically zero % of the good chinook holding water in the Skagit is approachable with a single hand fly rod during the limited season that chinook are open. And the Stilly is never open to chinook fishing.
Rod Building Resources? | Washington Fly Fishing Forum
2022年12月3日 · Very nice reel seats, cork grips, etc. for bamboo and composite rod builders. They sell fiberglass, graphite, and even bamboo blanks and kits. Anglers Workshop Rod Building - Angler's Workshop The Leaders in Rod Building, Fly Tying, Rod Blanks, Fly Fishing, and much more! is another source. They were located in Woodland, WA for many years ...
vintage bamboo fly rod restoration | Washington Fly Fishing Forum
2024年2月15日 · Unfortunately, the book is out of print and sells for $100+ when you can find it. There are other books available on the subject. You can get a lot of information on the "Classic Fly Rod Forum," including help identifying rods. Probably the most important steps are to identify the rod and determine its value to you.
Proper Dowel for Rod Repair | Washington Fly Fishing Forum
2020年2月22日 · Broke my rod to day trying to clear a snag. Reached above the handle to get more leverage and it broke in my hand. Stupid, I know better! Its a graphite blank that broke cleanly about 14" above the handle. Whats the best material to use for a dowel? I read to go buy a crappy rod from Goodwill and chop it up or to use a wooden dowel hand tapered.