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Fly fishing?

I was wondering about all the diffrent types of fly rods, line , and reels and what makes some so expencive and some fairly cheep. I have a 5 piece 8′ 6” #5 graphite White River Indian Point combo it came with a rod, reel ,line leader, and case. It cost about $100. I was considering upgrading my line and mabey my rod soon. But before I even think about that I want to know what am I going to get out of a $100 rod compared to one I have now and compared to one of those $350+ dollar ones. And compared to a reel I have now or a much more expensive ones like $250. And the line should probley be a diffrent question all together but I was thinking this is probley the most important part of the rod setup so could I get some advice on the line. So basically I was wonder What I will get out a rod that cost just as much as a whole set of things just like mine. And I relly don’t see the between the two besides a few things like flexability length weight, and most importantly the price.

Before it was due to materials amongst other things such as craftsmanship. Nowadays you can purchase a decent fly rod by top brands such as Redington for less than $100.00. Reels however I would not skimp. It depends on the Weight and length of the rod and line in question. You probably made a good choice purchasing a #5 weight line for it is the most versatile. It’s sensitive and light enough to use in smaller creeks and rivers where you would want to use a #3 weight but durable enough to use in larger rivers. As with anything you usually get what you pay for to a point. If you are a beginner I would probably pass on a $300.00 St. Croix, Redington or G Loomis. The best way to pick a rod and reel for you is to go to a shop that will allow you to try the setup you are planning on purchasing. I work for Sportsman’s Warehouse and we will set up the outfit you are interested in purchasing and allow you to try it out. As for reels for under $200.00 I would recommend a G Loomis Venture series I have a 5 weight on my Redington 9″ 5 weight with Laser Line. The line you definitely do not want to skimp. The reel Will run you about $120.00 or so and the Line will run you about $60.00. Ross also makes moderately priced reels that have a good warranty on them. Have fun fishing and welcome to an awesome hobby!

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