rusty
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Post by rusty on May 3, 2006 13:18:03 GMT -5
I am off to Scotland to do some loch fishing. Since all my suitable rods are too long for air travel I am having to invest in a suitable 4 piece rod I have concluded that a four piece 9ft 6in. rod rated for a 7 line with progressive action would be about right. Can anyone support this view or advise otherwise? rusty  |
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rusty
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Post by rusty on May 3, 2006 13:19:03 GMT -5
I forgot to mention that it is for bank fishing.
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Post by Dunbar on May 4, 2006 2:57:33 GMT -5
If it's for fishing for wild brownies I would go no heavier than a 6 weight. A 9'6" #6 would be ideal for that sort of thing.
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Post by birdsnest on May 4, 2006 3:32:56 GMT -5
I use a 9ft #5 for the wild brownies great sport with the lochies. birdsnest
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buzz
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Post by buzz on May 4, 2006 3:47:10 GMT -5
As with all these things its a matter of personal choice. I prefer a 9'6'' 5# but occasionally have to go up to a #7 because of the wind. Remember most of the time you will be exposed to the elements. Regardless of the weather when you set off take waterproofs and a fleece!
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Post by jan on May 4, 2006 8:07:43 GMT -5
thats the key - a #5 is great but often a #7 is required to combat the wind - and theres no shelter in the wilds so a #7 is probably a good all round choice imho
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Post by Paul Twambley on May 4, 2006 12:55:28 GMT -5
Totally agree with the above. However I know a number of anglers who use a longer rod, a 10' for example, because it helps clear the heather clad bank behind you.
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rusty
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Post by rusty on May 6, 2006 4:00:16 GMT -5
A rod choice is a personal thing. I do find 10 foot rods a bit long for my casting style.
I am concerned about wind and that is my reason for a 7 line. In ideal conditions I would prefer a 5 line but if the wind blows hard all the time I would be compromising my chances.
Thanks for the comments.
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