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You’ve found your new calling, and it’s fly fishing. You love the idea of getting your feet wet and tackling the trout of your dreams. But where do you start? Well, you start with the prize. Knowing what kind of fish you’re trying to reel in will help you decide on the type of equipment to use.
Once you’ve decided on the type of line, you’ll have to match your line to your rod and reel. The easiest way to do that is by looking at the number on your rod. Your rod should display the recommended size of the line normally above the handle. If you receive professional help while shopping for your gear, the clerk should be able to give you recommendations based on your rod and needs.
The leaders and tippets are the cheapest part of your equipment and can even be DIY’d — something we don’t suggest if you’re just starting. For a successful fly fishing experience, you’ll need to consider three things: length, the breaking strain and if you want the leader to float or sink. We might sound like a broken record by now, but again what you choose depends on the weather conditions, your fishing location and target fish. According to troutcatchers.co.uk, shallow water calls for longer leaders, while smaller streams and brooks require you use short leaders.
The breaking strain, which means the amount of force it takes to break the line, is, guess what, dependent on the type of fish you’re trying to catch. The larger the fish the bigger the breaking strain should be, and, of course, a smaller fish calls for a line with a smaller breaking strain.
Dress up for Fly Fishing: