I know, I know, you get what you pay for... but... anyone come across some fly line that is inexpensive and casts and lasts like the big boys. I recently read something about Aquanova lines (I think that's right).
Any thoughts?
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I know, I know, you get what you pay for... but... anyone come across some fly line that is inexpensive and casts and lasts like the big boys. I recently read something about Aquanova lines (I think that's right).
Any thoughts?
i've been reading that the hook and hackle line is pretty good.
http://www.hookhack.com/flylines.html#ANCHOR-1
GOOGLE up some of the big name online fly shops and there should be some left over deals on lines
Last edited by Normand; 02-06-2009 at 09:42 AM.
I've been wanting to try one of Global Dorber's lines myself. I believe they are the Aquanova. Anyone tried them and care to give your opinion?
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I have 7-8 of the lines from Northern Sport, the company that makes Aquanova along with other private label lines. All mine are factory seconds.
With little exception, I like them just fine
I think that they may have a bit more diameter to them than the more expensive lines, but they're supple and cast and float well.
I tend to beat on my lines that I use in the salt and in other less than gin clear waters, so the cheap lines work very well for me
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i too have heard good things about the hook and hackle lines. if you're diligent, you can find lightly used high end lines for half price or less on this forum and others on a regular basis.
Some years back I bought the Aquanova line from Dorber. All I can say is save your money. It didn't float very well and seemed to get dirty in a hurry. I would rather skimp on the fly reel than the line. You'd be much better off buying Cabelas Prestige, which is around $30, or SA's Lefty Kreh at $35, or their Air Cel line.
Just my 2 cents.
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I tried them also, & agree save your money and buy a better line. With Rio line I've never had a problem. I clean & treat my lines after every outing, it works.Originally Posted by anglerdave
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Odds are with the prepared...
I'd say check out the SA lines...
+1 for Rio. I use the Mainstream 5 wt. and it works fine. Lasts about 3 seasons if I clean & treat it regularly.
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