Hi Folks,
Although I have fished the salt with spin gear, our son's recent move to Fla has spurred an interest in getting into SW flyfishing. I am requesting some info on both gear and tying materials and wondering if some stuff I already have might be useable for SW.
Rod I already have: Orvis HLS 9ft/7-8 wt that I have used for bass and strippers in the Potomac.
Battenkill Reel: Matched to the rod. Has a disc drag and an extra spool that I could load a SW line on. Suggestions on lines?
I am wondering if this rod/reel would hold up for salt use or if I would be running the risk of corroding the whole outfit. I am very careful with my gear and clean everything after each use but worry if that is sufficient with gear that is not specific for salt.
Second question:
Are most of the materials used for SW patterns mostly synthetics except for the hen hackle and bucktail? Are the flash materials used infresh water useable for SW flies?
Thanks in advance for your expert advice and input for all these questions.