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berwynrules
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I'm still fairly new to fly-fishing, so forgive any misconceptions here:
I'm currently living in Spokane, WA, and would like to go fly fishing for Steelhead this month (actually, although this isn't my main question: suggestions on good close places for that, anyone?). My parents live down in the FLA Keys, and so I'd also like to go fly fishing for Tarpon, Permit, Bonefish, etc. when I visit them.
Is it possible that I will be able to get one set-up, including rod, reel, and line, for both situations? If so, what weight would you recommend?
(And, any particular inexpensive brands that you like at those weights? I just recently bought a 5-weight rig for the local trout, so I can't spend too much more, and certainly couldn't afford getting two more rods... but I sure would hate to miss the Steelheading experience in my one summer here, just because I'm short a few bucks.)
Thanks ahead of time for any suggestions!
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harpuacatcher
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I'd say get a nine foot eight weight, preferably multi-piece and packable.
Also, if this would be the only rod you'd be carrying on your travels, it might not be the best rod to buy on the cheap..
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kjd
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A steelhead rod in WA is usually a 7, 8 or 9 weight rod that is 9, 9'6" or
10' long.
For permit in FL they use 9 and 10 weight rods that are 9' long.
For bonefish in FL they use 8 and 9 weight rods that are 9' long.
For baby tarpon (5 to 30#) 7, 8 and 9 weight rods that arte 9' long.
For adult tarpon they use 10, 11 and 12 weight rods that are 9' long. When you go out with a guide in FL for big tarpon they have all the best tackle so you don't have to buy it..
If you plan on fishing out of a boat, I would go for a 9 foot rod.
I think that a 9 weight is the only answer for one rod.
For 2 rods I would say an 8 and a 10 weight.
This should give you a little more general info to help you make your final decision.
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