Beginner Fly Rod Setup

Hold the fly line between your index finger and the rod to keep any additional line from coming out.

Beginner fly rod setup.

Are you a fly fishing beginner. Your hand should be in the middle of the rod s grip. Since each fisherman is different we suggest going to a fly fishing shop in your area and test different rods and reels to see what works for you. Below is our suggestion for a fly fishing rod reel combo for beginners who want to get started in fly fishing for freshwater bluegill and largemouth bass and saltwater redfish and speckled trout.

Echo s base fly rod kit is a great starting point for the beginning angler. As the foundation for your fly fishing setup the rod you are using determines what the angler will need for a reel and fly line. The weight wt of a fly rod relates to the weight of the fly line that it is best suited for. At 160 170 the kit includes a padded case a rod and a reel with a fly line that will get you through a lot of initial.

Fly fishing setup for beginners this instructable was created for anyone who has interest in the sport of fly fishing but may not know how to properly assemble and set up the equipment. How to string a fly rod. This outline is designed for beginners allowing step by step instructions necessary for completing a fly fishing set up start to finish. With the rod pointing a little downward from about waist level pull out about 10 yards of fly line wiggle your rod up and down.