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Post by bobtulowiecki on Dec 4, 2008 19:31:47 GMT -5
Just getting into the Spey Rod. My brother shipped me a 13 ft. 8/9wt rod that is recommended for shooting "long lines." What line would you suggest for matching this rod? I know Airflow makes the Delta Spey- is that the way to go or something else? Looking to fish the lower Niagara. Thanks for any help in advance.
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Post by Nick Pionessa on Dec 5, 2008 6:42:41 GMT -5
long lines, huh? i'm not quite sure what that means, since a rod isn't usually limited to the length of line/head it can use. for the big river you need substantial weight to get down so something capable of throwing tips is essential. longer headed lines usually don't do this real well (especially for beginners) so i would suggest something shorter like a regular delta line with tips or a skagit head system. we can help you get the right line on it when you get the rod if you can tell us exactly what rod it is.
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Post by Chris Wilson on Dec 5, 2008 19:45:05 GMT -5
Shooting a long line and lifting one are two different things. Since you're starting, and starting on one gnarly river, I'd take Nick's advice and start shorter. I'll toss in the potential for a shooting head system down there (since I'm the anti-Skagit guy). You will need to concentrate some mass to toss a heavier tip or weighted fly down there so any of the three options will work provided they are balanced right. That last part leads in to the make of the rod and its action. Need to know that first.
Additionally, you're back cast room is limited on the lower river, so long bellies will have their limits down there unless you're skilled enough to put your anchor way out in front of you. With a 60' head and normal anchor 10-12 feet in front of you you'll still have 20-30' (rod tip in the key position + 50 feet of line divided by two for the top and bottom leg) in the D loop, most of it behind you. If you're going to fire square across you'll have to deal with a D loop of this size when fishing areas with limited much room to cast.
-Chris
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