Avoid These 4 Fly Rod Buying Blunders

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@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

If you are looking for a fly rod designed to ease the burden of casting, check out the FFD series of fly rods here: fishonrods.com/

@jamesowen5593 5 ай бұрын

I have 3 FFD fly rods. SO Gooooood! Better deal for high-end rod than any of the top brands.

@brianboechler8494 5 ай бұрын

Another very helpful video Dan. You keep it simple and accurate. Fish on !!

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

My pleasure - thank you for taking the time to watch! Cheers and FISH-ON indeed!

@ryanward58 5 ай бұрын

Thanks FFD. Always great knowledge share! I wasn’t a believer in how much line made a difference until I upgraded mine. Added distance to my cast with less efforts. Keep’em coming! And Fish on!

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

Good stuff and thank you Ryan! I appreciate you being a part of the channel!

@mattharkness6697 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Dan Very helpful information as far as the casting ability of the rod. I was aware of the different actions but I didn’t realize how it affected the casting

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks again Matt for being a part of the club!

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

You bet Matt, happy to help!

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Matt, I am happy to hear you found it helpful. Cheers!

@jaaron2834 5 ай бұрын

Hey there Dan,… great tips for beginners and for everyone as well… After high school,… I gathered most of my info and experience through a friend …Tim Rajeff ,.. I’m sure you’ve heard of him… I have several rods but nothing lighter than a 8wt. To me, anything lighter feels like a twig ,.. just hate being undergunned…I gave up targeting smaller fish a long time ago … been casting 11 & 12wt in the salt as well as a 15’ 10wt in the surf It’s just my preference in rod weights … and feels awesome when you’re hooked up to a substantial size fish on a fly rod…🤙🤗😎👍

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

Thanks! Great feedback as well - thanks for taking the time to watch and for the feedback - good stuff.

@jumpjump2906 5 ай бұрын

Brilliant upload buddy. You are a font of knowledge. One thing I have found when introducing anyone to fly fishing. They always think fly fishing is about the overhead false cast. Once I show them the benefit of the roll cast. And how basically all casts start with getting line tension. Then the bulb moment happens, and fly fishing and casting is no longer this dark art. Keep up the good work. You are a legend. Welcome from Scotland. The home of the Spey cast 👍

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

I appreciate your kind words, thank you for that. Pretty cool you are watching from Scotland, on my bucket list of places to visit one day. Cheers and FISH-ON!!

@jumpjump2906 5 ай бұрын

Absolutely best u tuber. Your up loads rock!! Keep up the great work. You are a legend!!

@grob25 5 ай бұрын

I was going to ask if you could talk about this. My first rod is a fast action and I struggle with it. I bought a medium action 3wt and, I learned on that. The line on that first rod is from Scientific Angler. It was $130!!! I don't like it as much as the $99 line on my 3wt. Thank you for going through this topic, I feel better about my casting.

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

I am very happy to hear that this might help - thank you again for being a part of the club too!

@colevedan7631 5 ай бұрын

Nice vid, great for new anglers! I thought you were going to give all the mistakes at the beginning of the video... glad you saved one mistake for the end!

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

Thanks! 👍

@timingram8953 5 ай бұрын

I made all those mistakes; I love my medium action Sage 6 wt 9ft rod; it is my go-to for most fisheries. My fly line selection is normally centered around midges vs. dries.

@Dream-season 5 ай бұрын

Just don’t break it … they take a year to repair their rods

@timingram8953 5 ай бұрын

Actually, I received my repaired Sage Rod in 3 months, and it was destroyed. It was ran over by a truck and they repaired/replaced for $75.00, I was happy to wait.@@Dream-season

@spicerish 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for this. I made this first mistake. I went with a package deal to start out that gets here tomorrow. I’m definitely saving up to get one of your rods.

@daveschlom4033 5 ай бұрын

That package deal rod won't be excellent but depending on the manufacturer, it might be decent, especially if you are a beginner. It took me about a year to outgrow my Wildwater 5 wt. I caught fish with it and had fun. Once your casting stroke gets better then you'll really appreciate a better rod. I have an Orvis Reconn and a Fenwick Aetos. Both perform well. But today I should be getting a new 3 wt (my cheapo one naturally broke after a year) from some cool dudes in Washington. Can't wait!

@spuddoright1970 5 ай бұрын

@@daveschlom4033I started with a Reddington Field Kit 9' 5wt. I love the setup and caught a lot of fish with it. I picked up a Fenwick Aetos 9' 5wt and use it exclusively for nymphing. The Aeoto has become my main rod for the river down the road from my house since it's most productive w/ nymphs. I matched it with Rio DT4F line and it does really well with the bobber setup. For my birthday this year I'm going to splurge and get a more expensive rod.

@spicerish 5 ай бұрын

@@daveschlom4033 ya I went with a package deal from venture fly company. Got really good reviews and it comes with a lot of stuff to start out to get my feet wet. So I hope it works out and I know it will but definitely saving up for a better one in the future and then a Spey rod.

@daveschlom4033 5 ай бұрын

@@spicerish Beware the trout spey...it's highly addicting!!!

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

Thank you Dave - hopefully you'll see your rod today!

@jayanderson2993 4 ай бұрын

My wife always says, “it’s not the size, it’s how you use it”. 😅

@kornelkowalczyk4568 5 ай бұрын

So do you mean I should not skunk on a fly rod? I live in Poland and fly fishing equipment is really hard to get. We have like 3 or 4 fly fishing stores in the whole country and the prices are... Well, to high for a broke 14 year old who has saw a wild trout once and has a 3 hour drive to the closest trout stream. I only fly fished with a rod bought from a grocery store and I had some great time flinging flies with it (even tho I haven't technically caught a fish on a fly YET) and if the prices of these can reach up to 800$, these sticks be better wiping my ass. How great can they be?. btw great vid, just about to buy a 4wt konger outfit, and I hope it dosen't break apart on the forst cast. Tight lines!

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

Super cool you are watching from Poland - I love how social media can connect us all. Glad to hear you are out there fly fishing and I am sorry about all the crazy high prices!

@justal4844 5 ай бұрын

FFD: "...why is length important?..." Women: "...if we have to explain..." 😉🙃. Okay, don't take this too serious, as I'm just helping Dan's engagement with a little humor. ☮ from Idaho.

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

Lol - that is funny! Hope you are staying warm, no fishing this weekend, the Yakima is a river of ice!

@justal4844 5 ай бұрын

@@FlyFishDanYeah, we're at minus-degrees (Celsius or otherwise...). NOT fishing for a couple of weeks here.

@edcooke1209 Ай бұрын

I enjoyed your video and your commitment to making fly fishing accessible and understandable. However, I don’t think you mentioned WHY less expensive, lower quality line is a problem and that more expensive line is better. I would love to know why I should buy more expensive line. Thank you.

@FlyFishDan Ай бұрын

While high-quality fly lines come at a higher price, their benefits in terms of durability, casting performance, reduced memory, consistent floatation/sink rates, sensitivity, specialized designs, and aesthetics make them a worthwhile investment for serious anglers. These advantages lead to a more enjoyable and effective fishing experience, potentially improving your success and reducing frustration on the water.

@edcooke1209 Ай бұрын

Wow! I got a personal answer from a KZfaq celebrity!! Thank you. Keep up the good work and best wishes to you.

@billanderson5078 5 ай бұрын

The investment in a good line is first lesson I learned

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

Indeed!

@theredfishchronicles7929 5 ай бұрын

We used to call the action the flex. Tip flex, mid flex... Mid flex rods were always what I suggested to new casters. more forgiving. the line issue is paramount. I can cast a crappy rod 80 feet if it has good line but you put a crap line on a $1000 rod it will cast like doo doo ;-) Never skimp on your lines!!!!

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

I too remember those days of the 'flex' - good stuff. Well said regarding the lines too, makes all the difference.

@rte66pawnshop 2 күн бұрын

Having fine time working for and eating big trouts with eagles claws. No sell organ for easy catch, no?

@Sides1160 5 ай бұрын

Mistake #5, buying a fly rod without casting it. Most fly shops will string up a rod and let you try it, out in back of the shop. There are some that have access to water, that is even better. If it is a good fly shop they will even help with your casting, while trying to sell you a rod. Kinda like a free casting lesson. All the more reason to support your local fly shop.

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

Well said...your local fly shops and locally owned fly rod business :))

@RoryLynott 5 ай бұрын

It's a fly rod. Just fish it.

@FlyFishDan 5 ай бұрын

Many people end up choosing the wrong fly rod and never go back to the sport, education is the key to that first purchase. Then just go out and fish it! Cheers and FISH-ON!!