Thomas & Thomas My Take: Choosing a rod – length and line weight

Tom Dorsey, Greenfield, MA I’ve been asked many times for recommendations regarding the choice of a fly rod. I have also observed and listened to discussions on this topic—enough to come to the realization that many anglers make their decision based on factors that don’t share common criteria. And while there is no set rule to selecting a rod, the following are some practical guidelines and considerations worth taking into account. I hope they’re helpful. Rod Length:Where will you fish and what are the river conditions and structure? A long rod has advantages when the bank behind you is high or there is brushy growth, which inhibits the back-cast and tends to regularly separate the angler from his flies and tippet. This can also be a problem with saltwater beach casting due to the ever-present dune grass. The problem is no

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