Advice on new rod

[Anonymous]

I'm considering trading in my existing trout rods and reels for something a
bit special and I was hoping somebody could offer me some advice on the best
rod/line weight and action to go for.

I know that one rod can't do everything but as I'll mostly be fishing
stillwater fisheries from the bank (and occasional boat) I was thinking that
a 9' - 9'6'' #6 with a tip-action would be a good all-rounder. Anybody have
any alternative suggestions?

Thanks in advance

[laxhill]

On Sat, 30 Oct 2004 22:58:38 +0000 (UTC), "Anonymous"
> wrote:

>I'm considering trading in my existing trout rods and reels for something a
>bit special and I was hoping somebody could offer me some advice on the best
>rod/line weight and action to go for.
>
>I know that one rod can't do everything but as I'll mostly be fishing
>stillwater fisheries from the bank (and occasional boat) I was thinking that
>a 9' - 9'6'' #6 with a tip-action would be a good all-rounder. Anybody have
>any alternative suggestions?
>
>Thanks in advance


Largely personal preference. You don't say the size of the
stillwaters. If predominently "small" then the size you mention would
probably be ok. If "large" - Rutland, Grafham etc then I would go
longer and heavier - say 10' and #7. I used 10' 6" off the bank for
many years - there was a distinct advatage in a longer rod for lifting
line and covering a rising fish. With the lightness of modern rods a
longer rod doesn't have the weight disadvantage it used to have. You
have leverage on the wrist of course. Your own build, height etc
should be considered - a gorilla can cope better ...... ;-)
You say something "special". I suspect this means more expnsive ;-).
It should still be based on what you have found works in your existing
rods regarding length, line weight and action. Off fishing through the
mist now
ttfn
Keith

[W. D. Grey]

In article >, Anonymous
> writes
>I know that one rod can't do everything but as I'll mostly be fishing
>stillwater fisheries from the bank (and occasional boat) I was thinking that
>a 9' - 9'6'' #6 with a tip-action would be a good all-rounder. Anybody have
>any alternative suggestions?

9'-6" is a good all round length, I'd prefer to see the "# " being
something like6/8 or 7/'9 though.

If you want a bit of distance, the a tippy rod will serve you well.

As for make of rod, well beware paying for the Name.

I knew a chap who won a fly rod in a raffle - the cost of the rod was
about 25 quid. It cast beautifully all the same.
--
Bill Grey
http://www.billboy.co.uk

[Norman Greenwood]

In 1991 I purchased a Sage Graphite 111
Model GFL696RPL, a 9' 6" No 6 line rod.
I have Fly fished for over 40 years and before buying this rod had tried
several 10' and 10'6" rods, all with the same result-Tennis Elbow. I
have used the Sage rod extensively for Reservoir, Loch, river and sea
fishing, with no problems. I just love it and would get another tomorrow
if it were lost.
A Yorkshire Lad

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"Anonymous" > wrote in message
...
> I'm considering trading in my existing trout rods and reels for
something a
> bit special and I was hoping somebody could offer me some advice on
the best
> rod/line weight and action to go for.
>
> I know that one rod can't do everything but as I'll mostly be fishing
> stillwater fisheries from the bank (and occasional boat) I was
thinking that
> a 9' - 9'6'' #6 with a tip-action would be a good all-rounder. Anybody
have
> any alternative suggestions?
>
> Thanks in advance
>
>

[Ian D]

On Sat, 30 Oct 2004 22:58:38 +0000 (UTC), "Anonymous"
> wrote:

>I'm considering trading in my existing trout rods and reels for something a
>bit special and I was hoping somebody could offer me some advice on the best
>rod/line weight and action to go for.
>
>I know that one rod can't do everything but as I'll mostly be fishing
>stillwater fisheries from the bank (and occasional boat) I was thinking that
>a 9' - 9'6'' #6 with a tip-action would be a good all-rounder. Anybody have
>any alternative suggestions?

Over the years I've gone from 9' #6 to 10'6" #8 and back to 9' #7 for
general stillwater use (with 8' 6" #5 used quite often).
The shorter rods cast as far and are much less tiring to use in my
opinion.
I prefer the #7 weight as it can be used to cast lures, although I'll
admit I only use 'mini-lures', yet still be light enough to cast a
medium to large dry fly with reasonable delicacy.

I prefer tip (ish) actioned rods myself, but as far as rod action goes
it's largely down to casting style and personal preference.

Cheers
Ian D

[Ian D]

On Sat, 30 Oct 2004 22:58:38 +0000 (UTC), "Anonymous"
> wrote:

>I'm considering trading in my existing trout rods and reels for something a
>bit special and I was hoping somebody could offer me some advice on the best
>rod/line weight and action to go for.
>
>I know that one rod can't do everything but as I'll mostly be fishing
>stillwater fisheries from the bank (and occasional boat) I was thinking that
>a 9' - 9'6'' #6 with a tip-action would be a good all-rounder. Anybody have
>any alternative suggestions?

Over the years I've gone from 9' #6 to 10'6" #8 and back to 9' #7 for
general stillwater use (with 8' 6" #5 used quite often).
The shorter rods cast as far and are much less tiring to use in my
opinion.
I prefer the #7 weight as it can be used to cast lures, although I'll
admit I only use 'mini-lures', yet still be light enough to cast a
medium to large dry fly with reasonable delicacy.

I prefer tip (ish) actioned rods myself, but as far as rod action goes
it's largely down to casting style and personal preference.

Cheers
Ian D

[MP]

Anonymous wrote:
> I'm considering trading in my existing trout rods and reels for something a
> bit special and I was hoping somebody could offer me some advice on the best
> rod/line weight and action to go for.
>
> I know that one rod can't do everything but as I'll mostly be fishing
> stillwater fisheries from the bank (and occasional boat) I was thinking that
> a 9' - 9'6'' #6 with a tip-action would be a good all-rounder. Anybody have
> any alternative suggestions?
>
> Thanks in advance
>
>
9ft 6 is a good choice. I bought a David Norwich 4 piece (4 piece is
very useful for planes and loses nothing in action) 9.5ft 6/7 in 1991.
Despite having bought a number of top quality rods since then, I have
used it for about 80% of my fishing - everything from hill lochs,
chalkstreams, sea trout and even small river salmon fishing.

It's a bit too powerful for some trout rivers and too light for most
salmon fishing but is perfect for most things and at a push can be used
for nearly anything. It also casts a very long way indeed - even with a
big lure on the end.

I'm sure a modern top quality rod will be just as good, but be aware
some are very fragile.

Personally I find powerful rods beyond 10 feet a huge disadvantage where
long casting is required - they put a lot of strain on the arm and are
less efficient.

Best Regards

[MP]

Anonymous wrote:
> I'm considering trading in my existing trout rods and reels for something a
> bit special and I was hoping somebody could offer me some advice on the best
> rod/line weight and action to go for.
>
> I know that one rod can't do everything but as I'll mostly be fishing
> stillwater fisheries from the bank (and occasional boat) I was thinking that
> a 9' - 9'6'' #6 with a tip-action would be a good all-rounder. Anybody have
> any alternative suggestions?
>
> Thanks in advance
>
>
9ft 6 is a good choice. I bought a David Norwich 4 piece (4 piece is
very useful for planes and loses nothing in action) 9.5ft 6/7 in 1991.
Despite having bought a number of top quality rods since then, I have
used it for about 80% of my fishing - everything from hill lochs,
chalkstreams, sea trout and even small river salmon fishing.

It's a bit too powerful for some trout rivers and too light for most
salmon fishing but is perfect for most things and at a push can be used
for nearly anything. It also casts a very long way indeed - even with a
big lure on the end.

I'm sure a modern top quality rod will be just as good, but be aware
some are very fragile.

Personally I find powerful rods beyond 10 feet a huge disadvantage where
long casting is required - they put a lot of strain on the arm and are
less efficient.

Best Regards

[MP]

Anonymous wrote:
> I'm considering trading in my existing trout rods and reels for something a
> bit special and I was hoping somebody could offer me some advice on the best
> rod/line weight and action to go for.
>
> I know that one rod can't do everything but as I'll mostly be fishing
> stillwater fisheries from the bank (and occasional boat) I was thinking that
> a 9' - 9'6'' #6 with a tip-action would be a good all-rounder. Anybody have
> any alternative suggestions?
>
> Thanks in advance
>
>
9ft 6 is a good choice. I bought a David Norwich 4 piece (4 piece is
very useful for planes and loses nothing in action) 9.5ft 6/7 in 1991.
Despite having bought a number of top quality rods since then, I have
used it for about 80% of my fishing - everything from hill lochs,
chalkstreams, sea trout and even small river salmon fishing.

It's a bit too powerful for some trout rivers and too light for most
salmon fishing but is perfect for most things and at a push can be used
for nearly anything. It also casts a very long way indeed - even with a
big lure on the end.

I'm sure a modern top quality rod will be just as good, but be aware
some are very fragile.

Personally I find powerful rods beyond 10 feet a huge disadvantage where
long casting is required - they put a lot of strain on the arm and are
less efficient.

Best Regards

[MP]

Anonymous wrote:
> I'm considering trading in my existing trout rods and reels for something a
> bit special and I was hoping somebody could offer me some advice on the best
> rod/line weight and action to go for.
>
> I know that one rod can't do everything but as I'll mostly be fishing
> stillwater fisheries from the bank (and occasional boat) I was thinking that
> a 9' - 9'6'' #6 with a tip-action would be a good all-rounder. Anybody have
> any alternative suggestions?
>
> Thanks in advance
>
>
9ft 6 is a good choice. I bought a David Norwich 4 piece (4 piece is
very useful for planes and loses nothing in action) 9.5ft 6/7 in 1991.
Despite having bought a number of top quality rods since then, I have
used it for about 80% of my fishing - everything from hill lochs,
chalkstreams, sea trout and even small river salmon fishing.

It's a bit too powerful for some trout rivers and too light for most
salmon fishing but is perfect for most things and at a push can be used
for nearly anything. It also casts a very long way indeed - even with a
big lure on the end.

I'm sure a modern top quality rod will be just as good, but be aware
some are very fragile.

Personally I find powerful rods beyond 10 feet a huge disadvantage where
long casting is required - they put a lot of strain on the arm and are
less efficient.

Best Regards

[Gordon Entwistle]

I have fished a medium size reservoir for over thirty years and have had
many different rods but the one I have now is the best I have owned. It
casts and handles fish superbly.
It is a 10' 0" size 8 Redington three piece and costs less than £150.
Redington rods are made in the USA and now belong to Sage. They are widely
available in the UK.
Find a dealer and ask to have a test cast.
"Anonymous" > wrote in message
...
> I'm considering trading in my existing trout rods and reels for something
a
> bit special and I was hoping somebody could offer me some advice on the
best
> rod/line weight and action to go for.
>
> I know that one rod can't do everything but as I'll mostly be fishing
> stillwater fisheries from the bank (and occasional boat) I was thinking
that
> a 9' - 9'6'' #6 with a tip-action would be a good all-rounder. Anybody
have
> any alternative suggestions?
>
> Thanks in advance
>
>

[Gordon Entwistle]

I have fished a medium size reservoir for over thirty years and have had
many different rods but the one I have now is the best I have owned. It
casts and handles fish superbly.
It is a 10' 0" size 8 Redington three piece and costs less than £150.
Redington rods are made in the USA and now belong to Sage. They are widely
available in the UK.
Find a dealer and ask to have a test cast.
"Anonymous" > wrote in message
...
> I'm considering trading in my existing trout rods and reels for something
a
> bit special and I was hoping somebody could offer me some advice on the
best
> rod/line weight and action to go for.
>
> I know that one rod can't do everything but as I'll mostly be fishing
> stillwater fisheries from the bank (and occasional boat) I was thinking
that
> a 9' - 9'6'' #6 with a tip-action would be a good all-rounder. Anybody
have
> any alternative suggestions?
>
> Thanks in advance
>
>