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Old 04-05-2004, 08:47 AM   #1
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Default What is a good Steelhead fly rod???

What line weight, length and action is recommended for fly fishing for steelhead? Do you prefer Loomis, St. Croix, Sage, etc.? Any recommendations on fly reels?
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Old 04-05-2004, 02:57 PM   #2
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Default RE: What is a good Steelhead fly rod???

Haven't fished for steelhead in quite some time, but one thing is for sure, You want a reel with a smooth drag system. Get the best you can afford and you won't be sorry later.
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Old 04-05-2004, 09:39 PM   #3
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Default RE: What is a good Steelhead fly rod???

Gundigest.......what type of water and where will you be using it? steelhead fishing done best can get a bit specialized depending upon the waters you are fishing.........
Eastern Great Lakes can range from light #5-7 long rods typically of 9'6" and 10' to protect fine tippets and enhance drifting/mending to more typical saltwater/bass style 9' #7/8/9wts if you might also encounter Salmon.

Out West you typically have much bigger brawling rivers where heavier gear and even Spey casting rods can be used effectively.

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Old 04-06-2004, 10:03 AM   #4
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Default RE: What is a good Steelhead fly rod???

I build custom rods and I want to build a nice rod with a cool butt wrap to sell. Thats why I want to know what every one likes to use so I can build a rod people want.
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