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RAT_RED · Finger Mullet Joined: 20 Aug 2009 Posts: 12 Location: NAS

Hello guys looking for info on a good beginners rod/reel for flyfishing for reds that i can purchase online for $200 since that same $200 outfit will be more like a $250/275 outfit at Roys bait and tackle. I do want something between 8 and 9wt for rod and something with a large arbor for large amounts of backing for a reel. I will be mainly be wading the backside of mustang island near the powerlines and church and maybe up by shamrock cove.

RPool · Posted: Fri Aug 21, 2009 2:14 pm Post subject:

You can get a combination outfit - NXT - from Temple Fork Outfitters for a little over $200. I really like their products and now use my Sage as a back-up rod. Here's the link: http://www.templeforkflyrods.com/outfits/nxt.html

RAT_RED · Finger Mullet Joined: 20 Aug 2009 Posts: 12 Location: NAS

is this particular setup for left handed people or do i have to purchase a lefty reel?

RPool · Posted: Fri Aug 21, 2009 9:02 pm Post subject:

Fly reels are interchangeable - very simple to switch. This is an IM6 graphite rod - will be tough to beat for that money. You are going to want a rod that will allow you, as a beginner, to throw into the wind. This one will and you'll be hard pressed to find another one that will for that price.

lagunaflyoutfitters · Horse Mullet Joined: 23 Mar 2006 Posts: 127

i agree with dr pool completely