ollie Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 I'm looking to do a bit more fly fishing this summer will only be at stocked fisheries for trout. I have a fly rod (hand me down from my father) but one of the eyes are missing so looking to get some new kit. Would like a new reel with floating line too. I had a look on eBay & there are loads of kits so what would be a budget setup that you would suggest. The reel I have at the minute is decent but it has intermediate line on it; would you all suggest I fish with floating line. I'm looking to spend about 50 quid on rod, reel & line as I only get out a few times each year when I'm not shooting. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patrickstar Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 Airflo do good kit for £50 mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbietherimmer Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 basic #7 floating line and 9-10ft rod is all you need for starting out lad. Google `Glasgow angling centre` and see what they have. You can always add/replace things as you improve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnphilip Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 you could get a new ring fitted, done loads myself, reel wise can you not get a spare spool . fly lines , you used to be able to get what is called mill ends. if you are not doing a lot dont spend a lot, if you get into it more then spend more . also remember all the fancy flies you see in the shops are to catch anglers not fish .enjoy what is a great hobby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenboy Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 I would suggest getting a spare spool or second reel , as sooner or later you will want a sinking line as well as a floating one . Something like a leeda rimfly can be had for £10 or so second hand on ebay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KFC Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 I was pleasantly surprised by an 8' Shakespeare outfit that I bought off Amazon a few weeks ago for only 40 quid. I bought it for my 10yr old grandson but I will use it myself. http://www.amazon.co.uk/Shakespeare-Freshwater-Starter-Fly-Combo/dp/B004AHLS32/ref=pd_sim_sbs_sg_4?ie=UTF8&refRID=1JZW2Q6Y0Y7RAYB4A5VF At the moment I'm using an intermediate line more than floating because the fish still seem to be taking deep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr D Posted May 4, 2015 Report Share Posted May 4, 2015 https://www.tacklebargains.co.uk/acatalog/Airflo-Delta-Classic-3pc-Fly-Rod---Ex-Display.html Here you go decent rod. 50 quid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moxey Posted May 9, 2015 Report Share Posted May 9, 2015 Try, Glasgow angling , cheap an cheerful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KFC Posted May 9, 2015 Report Share Posted May 9, 2015 (edited) This is my outfit bought recently from Glasgow Angling Centre which is a bit more than you want to pay but really worth it. Shakespeare Agility 10' #7wt rod Greys GTS500 #7,8,9 cassette reel. Airflo Elite wf7f line They all work together really well. My own advice would be, don't skimp on the fly line. You may find a cheap one that works but to buy a good rod & reel and then have to work your socks off false-casting because the line's not weighted properly doesn't make sense. Airflo or Snowbee lines work. I recently bought an Airflo #7 40+ DI3 distance line and, coupled with a double-haul cast, I can really feel it load the rod and it shoots beautifully. Distance isn't everything but it's put yards on my casting, when I need it, and I'm a beginner myself. Edited May 9, 2015 by KFC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westley Posted May 9, 2015 Report Share Posted May 9, 2015 As long as it is not it's 'master eye' the one eyed rod should still work ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollie Posted May 12, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2015 Just bought a 9 foot airflo kit from the bay. Comes with reel floating line, flies, sunglasses etc. means I will have 2 reels with different lines. Thanks for the advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norfolk dumpling Posted May 16, 2015 Report Share Posted May 16, 2015 Check Orvis - when I started fly fishing a few years back they did a kit which was £75 (8ft - there were others more expensive) and several years on I still love that rod. Have seen same kit on offer over the years for similar or less. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KFC Posted May 16, 2015 Report Share Posted May 16, 2015 Just for info this is what I'm catching on at the moment. I know Grafham may be different to Antrim but if you get buzzers hatching then this should work. Intermediate #7 line. Rio 12' 6.4lb tapered leader with cdc emerger buzzer on dropper 2' from the end then I add another 3' of 6lb polycarbon leader with a bloodknot leaving a long tag to provide another dropper for an emerger buzzer then an epoxy buzzer on the point. The buzzer I use is red and has a dayglo orange bead for a head. I find the muddy bottom bays of the reservoir with 12-15ft of water. I let the line sink to the bottom then retrieve just an inch at a time. Keep the rod tip close to the water so i have a straight line between rod and fly so I instantly feel any takes. Surprisingly, although the two emergers look more life-like than the point buzzer, I get most takes on the point buzzer. Good luck, hope you catch. Fillet Trout, lay on greased tray skin side down, sprinkle with Oregano & Tarragon, cover with foil. In medium oven for 25-30 mins. New Potato's, Spinach, Asparagus and baby Carrots. Mmmmmm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollie Posted May 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2015 Just for info this is what I'm catching on at the moment. I know Grafham may be different to Antrim but if you get buzzers hatching then this should work. Intermediate #7 line. Rio 12' 6.4lb tapered leader with cdc emerger buzzer on dropper 2' from the end then I add another 3' of 6lb polycarbon leader with a bloodknot leaving a long tag to provide another dropper for an emerger buzzer then an epoxy buzzer on the point. The buzzer I use is red and has a dayglo orange bead for a head. I find the muddy bottom bays of the reservoir with 12-15ft of water. I let the line sink to the bottom then retrieve just an inch at a time. Keep the rod tip close to the water so i have a straight line between rod and fly so I instantly feel any takes. Surprisingly, although the two emergers look more life-like than the point buzzer, I get most takes on the point buzzer. Good luck, hope you catch. Fillet Trout, lay on greased tray skin side down, sprinkle with Oregano & Tarragon, cover with foil. In medium oven for 25-30 mins. New Potato's, Spinach, Asparagus and baby Carrots. Mmmmmm Thanks for the advice but that all sounds very complicated to me 😂😂. I'll have to read up a bit of dry fly fishing as I'm not the most confident at the moment. The fishery I go to seem to be mainly catching on buzzers at the minute. Anyone any ideas what type of flies I should be purchasing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westley Posted May 16, 2015 Report Share Posted May 16, 2015 Thanks for the advice but that all sounds very complicated to me . I'll have to read up a bit of dry fly fishing as I'm not the most confident at the moment. The fishery I go to seem to be mainly catching on buzzers at the minute. Anyone any ideas what type of flies I should be purchasing? Will they not tell you what is catching, at the fishery ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollie Posted May 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2015 I suppose I could ask at the fishery. Just looking a bit of advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LancsLad45 Posted May 16, 2015 Report Share Posted May 16, 2015 A lot of fisheries keep catch record books for anglers to fill in when they come off the water. Have a look what they've been catching on (if they've filled in the fly they used anyway) and buy a few of each from the shop on site. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KFC Posted May 17, 2015 Report Share Posted May 17, 2015 Thanks for the advice but that all sounds very complicated to me . I'll have to read up a bit of dry fly fishing as I'm not the most confident at the moment. The fishery I go to seem to be mainly catching on buzzers at the minute. Anyone any ideas what type of flies I should be purchasing? It's not as complicated as it sounds. If it's buzzers that are catching at the moment then just buy a couple of size 12 red ones. Put a 9' to 12' 6lb leader onto your intermediate line. Just put one buzzer on the end of the leader, don't worry about droppers. Cast as far as is comfortable for you and then allow the line to sink before you start to retrieve. Once the line is well down then imagine the way a bloodworm (buzzer) twitches in the water and retrieve the line like that an inch or so at a time. Even though I've had Trout rising all round me in the evening, I've not managed to catch on a dry fly yet this year but a Pheasant Tail or Diawl Bach nymph on a floating line and sinking leader works ok. I know there's millions of flies and everyone has their favourite so have a word at the fishery. One fly that can work surprisingly well is one of the orange Blob patterns. I've bought flies from this company in Co Antrim and they're very good. They'll probably be happy to make up a pack of flies suitable for the water you want to fish. https://thetroutschoice.co.uk/xcart/home.php Don't for get to post pics of your first catch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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