Thanks for the chart Larry, that's a big help.
So I understand this correctly, the "Tippet" is the tippet end of the leader the chart refers to correct?
I am looking at going with a 6W with a 6/7WF line rod very soon. I do like to throw larger flies sometimes.
Mike
Originally Posted by
sagefisher
[FONT=Times New Roman][SIZE=3]However, what you have to remember is that there will come a point and time when the fly will overpower the fly line and rod. A 5 weight rod and line can only handle a certain weight of fly before it fails to load properly and your cast will disintegrate rapidly. Then you have to go to a heavier rod and line.
Larry
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