Not quite understanding fly lines fully I get the impression that this means I should use either a #4 DT or a #5 WF and the better option would be a #4 DT.
I plan to use this rod mainly on rivers and occasionally on small still waters.
Never having to buy a line before I am thinking of getting a Shakespeare Worcester.
I would appreciate any advice about which line would be best.
Hi Jim. I would suggest that a 7ft 6" 4/5 wt is most suited for small river fishing, its a bit light for still waters. You won't need to be casting any great distance so accuracy and presentation are the most important things to consider. I would therefore use a DT line which in my opinion would be the better option. Hope this helps. Good luck with the new rod. B. Hilton
I think Brandon is right in saying that it would be more suited to river work. A double taper would be a better option but some of the weight forward lines have a long enough front taper to be acceptable.I use cortland lines as I find them to be one of the best casters on the market. The only downside is durability.My brother swears by the Ultra 4 range by Sceintific Anglers, which are a bit more expensive. The lines from Shakespeare are good at the higher end and usually come supplied with backing which is always nice! I wouldn't however buy one of their budget lines unless you want a sinktip after a week of use. The best of the cheaper lines I've come across is the Cortland Fairplay. Hope that was of some help.
Jim I would agree that Cortland lines are good to use I used the 333Pro line when I first started flyfishing they are a fair price. This time off year you get some deals. Remember to buy braded loops for the ends of your lines,this makes life easy when attaching your tippets. I think you will find that the rod you are building is suited for streams & rivers, for resivoirs & lochs you need a 9.5ft > 10ft rod for a 6/7 line this is what I have been using for years now as Iam getting older I fish a 10ft for a 6 line, this makes fishing allday from a boat more fun. Tight knots Ron H
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Posted - 11/12/2008 : 15:18:36
