GrahamG

One more question if no one minds..... I've been looking at fly rods and noticed that, for example that a 9' rod is often split into 3 sections as oposed to 2 sections if this was a light sea fishing rod. Is this for convenience of packing/traveling or is it the norm without effecting the action of the rod? Looking forward to your replies

Thanks for the info lads, especially about the line. I have two lines: RT ENERGY WF6S and RT ENERGY WF6F. The lines are new and not marked but from what I've learned in the last 48 hours I think they are Ron Thompson Energy-Weight Forward-#6-1 x Floating and 1 x Sinking. They seem to have very little memory in them but I have little knowledge to compare them with so would be grateful for any advice as to the suitability of these lines for a learner. I'm not a "tackle tart" but I wouldn't mind splashing out on better line if it is better to learn with than struggle with inferior line. I've managed a few leads to find an instructor at local fisheries and I'll keep you informed as I progress. Last year I learned to catch tope and common skate and the thrill of landing new species is fantastic and I cant wait to become a competent fly angler and land fish with my new skills Kind regards

Hi, I've just been given a fly fishing outfit and need some advice. I have a 7' 5/6# rod and wonder what this rod will be best suited to. I will probably be learning on still waters fishing for trout

aye mate it is. I think it was a four pound coalie with the maccy. I'm sure the next day he was heading into the sound with rainbows for bait.

Here's a few more pics from last year

All the best for 2007

*doffs cap* well done mate