Things You'll Need:
- Backing/fly-fishing
- Fishing Fly Box
- Fly-fishing Flies
- Fly-fishing Leaders
- Fly-fishing Lines
- Fly-fishing Nets
- Fly-fishing Reels
- Fly-fishing Rods
- Fly-fishing Vests
- Waders
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Step 1
Consider the types of rods. They are categorized by their action, or flexibility. Medium-action fly rods are a good choice for beginners because they are easy to cast and can be used in many different fishing conditions.
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Step 2
Look at rod lengths and weights. Shorter rods are better in tighter fishing situations where the angler doesn't have as much room to move around during casting.
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Step 3
Add a fly reel so that you can bring in the big catch. With single-action reels, one crank of the handle equals one rotation of the spool. They are simple to use and can be very light. Multiplier reels allow one turn of the handle to equal more than one rotation of the spool.
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Step 4
Include backing, line and leader in your kit. These are the three components you'll need to thread the rod.
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Step 5
Check online or at your local fly shop for beginners' packages that include rod, reel and line. Often you can get the basic tools more cheaply as a set and not compromise too much on quality.
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Step 6
Add a few of the basic wet and dry flies so that you have something to attract the fish. Include some preliminary flies such as Woollybuggers, Pheasant Tail Nymphs and Adams.
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Step 7
Decide on how many extras you need. You can choose from vests, waders, nets, wading staffs, fly boxes, sunglasses, hats or fly-tying kits.
Comments
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Never, I repeat, never go anywhere without an Orange Asher fly clipped into the band of your floppy hat. The brookies can't stay away from it.