Beginner Rod

[NCVirginian]

This is good advice, I would recommend you visit your local fly shop there in Waynesboro, http://southriverflyshop.com/. I haven't patronized these folks yet, but I have heard good things about them.

They carry reddington, echo and TFO, probably have a demo to try out, or at least lawn cast.

I'll likely be paying them a visit soon. In the interest of doing my due diligence, I thought it wise to ask the fine folks here what their opinions might be. You guys haven't steered me wrong yet, so I thought it was a sound plan.

I appreciate all of the suggestions so far.

[AGrant]

I'll likely be paying them a visit soon. In the interest of doing my due diligence, I thought it wise to ask the fine folks here what their opinions might be. You guys haven't steered me wrong yet, so I thought it was a sound plan.

I appreciate all of the suggestions so far.

Let us know if you try the Reddington Classic Trout. I'm in the market for a 7ft(ish) 2wt myself and am interested in some feedback on that rod. Thanks.

[jimsnarocks]

If you like glass you can pick up one of these from Sportsman's Warehouse for under $30.00 in a 6'6" 0r 7'. They're 2 piece but they work well. http://eagleclaw.com/product/rods/pr...e/Featherlight.

[Gigmaster]

If you are just starting out, the beginner kits are great. Cortland, Scientific Anglers, and Pfllueger (did I spell that right???) all make really nice combos. I still fish with mine, and I own several Scientific Anglers sets. Actually, I have never progressed beyond these, because I've never seen a reason to. They have served me well for several decades. I don't even own an expensive rod, like a Sage, or Orvis.

To make a confession, I bought a Martin combo with an automatic reel back in 1973, and I still fish with it. It's a great bluegill rod and reel.

OK...let the jokes begin.......

If you like glass you can pick up one of these from Sportsman's Warehouse for under $30.00 in a 6'6" 0r 7'. They're 2 piece but they work well. http://eagleclaw.com/product/rods/pr...e/Featherlight.

[bgreer]

No one has mentioned the Cabela's "Three Forks" rods.

I do not own one (I have too many rods as it is) But some people really love them.

Brian

[dave potts]

No one has mentioned the Cabela's "Three Forks" rods.

I do not own one (I have too many rods as it is) But some people really love them.

Brian

I'll second Brian's suggestion. That 7 ft 3 in 3 weight is a darn nice casting rod and Cabela's currently has it on sale for half price ($35). They also have the Reddington CT on sale for half price. They also have free shipping on $49 orders.

I have the Three Forks rod, as well as a slew of other rods, and found it cast quite nicely. I found it best with a 4 weight line.

Dave

[Jerry]

I'll second Brian's suggestion. That 7 ft 3 in 3 weight is a darn nice casting rod and Cabela's currently has it on sale for half price ($35). They also have the Reddington CT on sale for half price. They also have free shipping on $49 orders.

I have the Three Forks rod, as well as a slew of other rods, and found it cast quite nicely. I found it best with a 4 weight line.

Dave

I agree on the Three Forks. A beginner should start with a rod that casts well whether the caster is a good caster or not. Some inexpensive rods are just to hard to get in time with.... the Three Forks is not one of them. I've owned at least one for 20+ years. I'm amazed every time I pick it up at what a dandy caster it is.

[NCVirginian]

If you are just starting out, the beginner kits are great. Cortland, Scientific Anglers, and Pfllueger (did I spell that right???) all make really nice combos. I still fish with mine, and I own several Scientific Anglers sets. Actually, I have never progressed beyond these, because I've never seen a reason to. They have served me well for several decades. I don't even own an expensive rod, like a Sage, or Orvis.

To make a confession, I bought a Martin combo with an automatic reel back in 1973, and I still fish with it. It's a great bluegill rod and reel.

OK...let the jokes begin.......

No jokes from me. My main rod, i.e. the ONLY one I use when fishing my area of the globe, is a hand-me-down Fenwick fiberglass. I'm looking to get my son a rod that he can learn on and we can fish together. I've looked at the kit rods, but they all seem to come in 8' or more. The streams of our area being what they are, I feel that may be longer than he can handle at the moment/while he's learning.

I've looked at the Cabela's rods on their site, but I'd really rather get something that I can put my hands on before buying. I'm going to the local fly shop this coming weekend to talk to the guys there. If they don't have something, which I will be very surprised if they don't, I'll likely check the nearby Gander Mountain or Bass Pro (I'm really trying to support the little shops though and stay away from big box stores).

[anglerdave]

Just remind your "beginner" to be patient. If they've never cast a fly rod before, learning on a short 6' - 7' will have it's challenges.

[NCVirginian]

Since this is for a child? I would suggest the TFO Bug Launcher, which is made for smaller hands and comes in a 7 foot length
http://www.tforods.com/fly-fishing/r...l#.VGoR1RTwuow

Larry ---sagefisher---

Thanks for the tip. I'll take a look at this one.

Just remind your "beginner" to be patient. If they've never cast a fly rod before, learning on a short 6' - 7' will have it's challenges.

I'm kind of going the, "lesser of two evils", approach in that that I'm afraid the longer rod will result in more hang ups on the water.

More hang ups = more frustration for all involved.