How many fly rods?

I do not currently own any fly rods. I am taking a 5 day trip next
week to fly fish in Montana and will be in Jackson WY for two weeks
this summer where I plan to do some fly fishing. I am purchasing a
Sage Launch rod (based on recommendations from people on this group)
and wonder whether 1 rod will be sufficient. Perhaps next week it
might (it will be a guided trip, and I am sure the guide will have a
spare), but in the summer, I will be on my own. The rod I purchased is
a 5 weight. Mostly fishing for trout. Is it good practice to get a
second 5 weight, something different? Or is one rod sufficient?

Thanks in advance.

Ross

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IIs it good practice to get a
second 5 weight, something different? Or is one rod sufficient?

Would you play golf with only a putter or a driver?

One rod in the long term is not sufficient and would suggest if this is
the hobby you want to get into you consider a five weight with a
different length or different action, then make your third rod an 8'
3wt.

I think in the short term the one rod is sufficient and maybe the guide
you've hired has rods you can try.

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Is it good practice to get a
second 5 weight, something different? Or is one rod sufficient?

IMO one 5-weight will do just fine. If something unfortunate should
happen to your rod I'm sure you could find a replacement in Montana,
which probably has more fly shops per capita than any other state. If
you break your rod take it to a Sage vendor. They'll probably give you a
loaner while Sage is repairing your rod.

If you do get a second rod, I recommend a 3-weight.

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I do not currently own any fly rods. I am taking a 5 day trip next
week to fly fish in Montana and will be in Jackson WY for two weeks
this summer where I plan to do some fly fishing. I am purchasing a
Sage Launch rod (based on recommendations from people on this group)
and wonder whether 1 rod will be sufficient. Perhaps next week it
might (it will be a guided trip, and I am sure the guide will have a
spare), but in the summer, I will be on my own. The rod I purchased is
a 5 weight. Mostly fishing for trout. Is it good practice to get a
second 5 weight, something different? Or is one rod sufficient?

Thanks in advance.

Ross


Ross,
Most likely nothing will happen to your rod, but just in case at least
you'll have a back-up and can keep fishing.
Here's my recommendation for a back-up fly rod:
I would go with the Temple Fork Outfitters (TFO 0590 4p) Professional Series
which is 9' in length, Line #5 for $139.95. And if you order through
Flyfishusa, there is no sales tax and free shipping over $20.oo. It doesn't
come with a case. I have cast the TFO in a 5wt. and I own the Professional
Series in a 8wt and 10wt. They are great back-up rods with an
unconditional warranty where you pay $25.oo no questioned asked.
The link to order through flyfishusa:
http://www.flyfishusa.com/rods/tfo/tfo-pro.htm

The Sage Launch is a great rod, the TFO would be a nice complement.
fwiw,
-tom

On 25 Apr 2006 08:05:59 -0700, wrote:

I do not currently own any fly rods. I am taking a 5 day trip next
week to fly fish in Montana and will be in Jackson WY for two weeks
this summer where I plan to do some fly fishing. I am purchasing a
Sage Launch rod (based on recommendations from people on this group)
and wonder whether 1 rod will be sufficient. Perhaps next week it
might (it will be a guided trip, and I am sure the guide will have a
spare), but in the summer, I will be on my own. The rod I purchased is
a 5 weight. Mostly fishing for trout. Is it good practice to get a
second 5 weight, something different? Or is one rod sufficient?

Do your Hindu friends refer to you as "my man Vishnu"? If not, one rod
is all you can use unless (or until) you break or lose it. It's a lot
like hunting - is the trip worth the cost (monetarily or otherwise) of a
spare - IOW, even if someone else is paying for the safari, do you
really want to be unable to hunt, gun or camera, in the event of an
equipment, er, situation? If, for you, the trip is worth the spares
cost(s), the answer is obvious.

If it is, I'd recommend a different rod (but a duplicate reel - parts
interchange) in a close enough size to be a decent replacement, but
different enough to have other uses - maybe a pack rod or ???. Also,
gather and learn to use a basic field-use rod repair kit, containing
appropriate tiptops and guides, winding, sealant (don't try to restore
in the field, just repair), heat stick, short lengths of piano wire, a
single-edged razor blade or scalpel, etc. (be careful with "super glue,"
but it can be used for other stuff, like first aid).

HTH,
R

I've done a study. Its the law in Montana that there must be one fly
shop per every 330 citizens. Ennis has two shops and 660 folks,
whereas West Yellowstone has five shops and 1650 folks. I don't think
you'll be at a loss for finding someone willing to take your cash in
return for a rod.
Frank Reid

wrote:
I do not currently own any fly rods. I am taking a 5 day trip next
week to fly fish in Montana and will be in Jackson WY for two weeks
this summer where I plan to do some fly fishing. I am purchasing a
Sage Launch rod (based on recommendations from people on this group)
and wonder whether 1 rod will be sufficient. Perhaps next week it
might (it will be a guided trip, and I am sure the guide will have a
spare), but in the summer, I will be on my own. The rod I purchased is
a 5 weight. Mostly fishing for trout. Is it good practice to get a
second 5 weight, something different? Or is one rod sufficient?

One 8'6" or 9' 5-wt rod is all you will need for a 5-day trip to fish
for trout in Montana. The Launch was a good choice. Once you've fly
fished a bit, you'll have a better idea yourself what comes next.

Have a good trip.

"Frank Reid" wrote in message
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I've done a study. Its the law in Montana that there must be one fly
shop per every 330 citizens. Ennis has two shops and 660 folks,
whereas West Yellowstone has five shops and 1650 folks. I don't think
you'll be at a loss for finding someone willing to take your cash in
return for a rod.
Frank Reid


On Frank's note, you may just want to rent a back-up rod for the day.
-tom

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Is it good practice to get a
second 5 weight, something different? Or is one rod sufficient?

IMO one 5-weight will do just fine. If something unfortunate should
happen to your rod I'm sure you could find a replacement in Montana,


Nor is there any shortage of folks in Jackson, WY who would be willing
and able to sell a fly rod to a tourist. There's even a Walmart.

Kevin

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I am taking a 5 day trip next
week to fly fish in Montana and will be in Jackson WY for two weeks
this summer where I plan to do some fly fishing.


You don't need a second rod. If you break the Sage, Jackson has several
places where you can buy a replacement when you DO need one. My guess is
that, with your expressed desire to spend, you will be in them all on your
visit anyway G It's not exactly like your trips are to a wilderness
area.