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FISHING NEWS AND FEATURES
(Feature Lane 1)
Learning to Fly Fish
By
Larry Whiteley
Learning to fly fish is no harder than any other kind of fishing if
you start with the proper equipment.
Fly lines range from 1 weight to a 12 weight. The larger the line
number, the larger the line size and the larger the fly you can cast
with it.
Level lines are the same diameter throughout their length and are
fine for casting short distances but not delicate presentations.
Double-taper lines taper at both ends, allow a more delicate
presentation and are best for short to medium cast. Weight forward
lines have larger diameters the first 30 feet. These cast well at
all distances and cast larger, more wind-resistant flies better.
For most situations, an 8˝ or 9 foot rod with a single action reel
is best. If you fish small streams, go to a 7˝ or 8. Line weights
your rod will handle will be marked on the shaft.
Buy the best rod you can afford and it will result in less
frustration and more fun in learning the great sport of fly fishing.
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Whiteley is host of the award-winning Outdoor WorldŽ Radio
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