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#1313317 - 05/04/11 11:53 PM WTB - 7 weight reel with or without extra spool
JD1942 Offline

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Now looking for a 7wt reel preferably with extra spool.


Let me know if you have a good quality 6wt Fly rod setup, ideally 9ft would entertain other sizes.

Thanks.


Edited by bollinc14 (05/09/11 02:17 PM)

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#1313318 - 05/04/11 11:53 PM Re: WTB - 6 weight Fly Rod Setup [Re: JD1942]
JD1942 Offline

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PM me if you have something.

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#1313321 - 05/05/11 12:01 AM Re: WTB - 6 weight Fly Rod Setup [Re: JD1942]
gabe Offline
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Give Bill a call at Mill River Fly Rods http://www.millriverflyrods.net/ he is a great guy and has some really nice rods.
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#1313349 - 05/05/11 12:53 AM Re: WTB - 6 weight Fly Rod Setup [Re: JD1942]
Reelativity Offline

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good quality is a relative term when it comes to flyrods or any rods...What are you looking to spend?
You might want to be sure you get what you want if you are willing to part good $$$ in terms of action, rod weight (oz.), grip style,reel seat, etc. There are lots of variables when it comes to buying a fly rod. Be sure to try out lots of rods in a knowledgeable shop to find what will meet your specific needs.
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#1313455 - 05/05/11 12:37 PM Re: WTB - 6 weight Fly Rod Setup [Re: JD1942]
JD1942 Offline

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Thanks for the link.

Im looking for atleast one setup, 6 or 7 weight. Im pretty new to fly fishing so Id like something more middle of the road that will last. I have a 9' 4wt and a 9' 9wt, Id like something more suitable for bass.

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#1313694 - 05/06/11 09:00 AM Re: WTB - 6 weight Fly Rod Setup [Re: JD1942]
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When I was a kid,a 7 weight as considered the "all round" rod. Good advice then and excellent advice today. I use a 6/7 rod for everything- the rod in medium action will catch everything that swims in our taxable state. I keep 2 7wt. rods rigged for every trip. one with a floater and one with a sinker. that way you can work all of the water columns. A 7 weight will throw 1/0 clousers down to size 20 dries and nymphs. excellent choice for a all purpose rod. Medium action allows smaller fish to play and has the backbone to stop sizable bass etc.
have fun with the 7 weight.I will be chasing smallies. largies and crappie tomorrow with that 7 weight. When the river drops, that same 7 weight will see striper action. I keep a 9 weight on the boat when out in the salt. the 7 gets used more.
good luck
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#1314586 - 05/09/11 01:42 PM Re: WTB - 6 weight Fly Rod Setup [Re: JD1942]
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PM sent.

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