Matching reels w/rods

[Jeff S]

Hi everyone, missed reading AN while I was away. Nice to be back though.

 

While in the states I bought a Redington reel 3/4 weight but couldn't find a matching 3/4 weight rod. Well one that would suit my needs anyway.

 

Light enough for my daughter to learn how to use and small enough to pack in a suitcase. I ran across a rod this morning at my local tackle shop that was 8'6" and a 5/6 weight approximately 18" broken down. Perfect for a suitcase but a bit heavy for a 9 year old. What do you all think? Should I hold out for a 7.5 foot 3/4 or go with the longer 5/6 above?

 

Is it recommended to use a 3/4 reel with a 5/6 rod?

 

[ 10. July 2004, 09:43 PM: Message edited by: Jeff S ]

[malevans]

Hi Jeff,

when I started my son he was 9 yo and I started him on a wiskerfly 8ft 4/5. Generally learning to cast is easier with a longer rod. What about a slightly longer rod with a fighting butt which she can at her age treat as double hander. See my other post. May be a 9ft #4.

 

cheers

[Jeff S]

Hey Malcolm,

I picked up a 5 piece 7.5 foot 4/5 rod from Cabelas in the states. Can't wait for it to arrive. My daughter has made comments about trying out my 9.5 foot 7/8.. I don't think that will happen any time soon but at least she is eager. Hopefully we'll be practicing this weekend.

 

I should have read this a few days ago but seem to be running out of time with everything. Thanks for the thought.