mannym Posted September 30, 2014 Report Share Posted September 30, 2014 Can you recommend a floating weight forward fly line for a beginner? I am hoping to help my wife improve her casting with a 5 and 8 wt. I bought her her own two rods and want to make sure I get a line that helps her get distance on her cast. The 5wt will be for smallmouth and the 8wt for salmon, browns,etc. Both rods are Three Fork entry level rods and reels, btw. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve S. Posted September 30, 2014 Report Share Posted September 30, 2014 I would suggest going to a fly shop and bringing the rods with you. They will match the line to the action of the rods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Kral Posted October 1, 2014 Report Share Posted October 1, 2014 I would check out the new Temple Fork Outfitters lines. They are very cheap, and supposedly pretty good lines. Practice will give her more distance than any line. Ryan http://www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-8554-tfo-fly-line.aspx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom L Posted October 1, 2014 Report Share Posted October 1, 2014 To improve casting, the line is more importance than the rod. If you can afford the $70+ lines, any brand would do. Up size the line 1+. A 9wt steelhead/salmon taper and a 6wt bass taper. Lots of time you can find them on sales. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Kral Posted October 1, 2014 Report Share Posted October 1, 2014 I agree with Tom, if you can afford it. I will say though, that 5 wt Three Forks rod is a moderate action, its a pretty soft rod. I would be careful up sizing that line, especially since some of the Bass Tapers are already a half size heavy, and loaded towards the tip. Just my experience from owning that same rod. Ryan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronk Posted October 1, 2014 Report Share Posted October 1, 2014 It's remarkable how many flylines are now being marketed: muskylinessalmonlinestroutlinesbonefishlines etc. whose primary purpose I think is to catch ffer $ not only for the lines but also for all the xtra spools needed to hold them. i use only 2 types of wf lines. For hardmouth species like bass that are basically incapable of breakijng the thicker stronger 0x-2x leaders used for them I've used Airflo lines because they don't stretch hopefully resulting in a better hookset in those mouths to which fish are almost always lost because the hook lets go rather than from a breakoff..For more powerful fish like steelhead,salmon & saltwater species capable of breaking even those heavier leaders and for trout where weaker 4x-6x leaders are typical a flyline that does stretch is best to reduce breakoffs.For them I like Triangle Taper flylines designed many years ago by the great Lee Wulff. It casts & mends as well as and I think better than any line out there.I think I'll start using it exclusively as over time it doesn't seem my catch rate for bass has been any better using Airflo although they are more durable. The Airflo I've used extensively for the last several years for smb looks almost like it just came out of the box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mannym Posted October 1, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 1, 2014 Does anyone use double taper lines? If so, how do they compare with WF in terms of casting? I couldn't stop laughing when I read Double Taper. The phrase "Double Taper" reminds me of a George Brett you tube video talking about crapping his pants. He said something like---- "The most perfect double tapered $hit of my life. Who are the pitchers in this game?" Anyone remember this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom L Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 Way over my head on that joke, Manny. I'm just a simple fishman. There were only "Double Taper" fly lines available 30+ years ago. Now a day, it's getting harder and hard to find one. This taper excel in mending and roll casting. Dry fly disciples swear by this line. The steelhead/salmon taper is very similar to the double taper in that it has a very long (60') head. The head consists of a short front taper (2-3'), a long level body (45'), and a rear taper (10-12'). When steelheading, I only cast 20-40' mostof the time. So the steelhead taper line that I used actaully acts as a double taper line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rich mc Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 my 2 cents , triangle taper is a good line and makes great roll casts = good for beginners . I also like the rio outbound short for the 8wt. I don't fish for steelheads or salmon but think a sinking or sink tip line may be needed if so casting one of those is not for beginners. rich mc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Loebach Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 DT lines are still available - they work better on slow to medium action rods & smaller flies. Popular with glass & bamboo rods, the triangle tapers are similar & easy to cast but don't have the kick to torn over big poppers or weighted flies. I have DT in 3,4 &5wt for use on glass rods. Usually cheaper to boot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronk Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 DT lines are still available - they work better on slow to medium action rods & smaller flies. Popular with glass & bamboo rods, the triangle tapers are similar & easy to cast but don't have the kick to torn over big poppers or weighted flies. I have DT in 3,4 &5wt for use on glass rods. Usually cheaper to boot. I disagree. Might be just a difference in our casting styles. John like to hold a longer line in the air.I've found that with the proper graphite rods tts cast heavier flies & poppers very well. Tts are also considered the best lines for roll casting and mending. The front taper of the line can be shortened a little in order to cast the big stuff even better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbagdade Posted October 3, 2014 Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 The OP is talking about having low end outfits. I don't mean that as a knock. I have a Cabela's 3 weight Three Forks rod that I love. But it's possible that a less expensive, but still capable, line would be fine. Look into the Hook and Hackle lines on their web site. Quite reasonably priced, and they have many fans. Also- Cabela's Presige+ lines are upsized 1/2 line weight, and sell for a penny under $40. Haven't used one, though. Not everyone can handle buying two $70+ fly lines. Just a thought. Chuck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom L Posted October 3, 2014 Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 I used to have a Cabela's Pretige line before, I wouldn't recommend it to anyone. The line coating is not very lick which make shooting line very difficult. I had to clean and coat the line after every outing, but that lasted only a few casts. It will frustrate you for sure, especially a newbie. This is a good line and it is on sales for $55 and you may qualify for add'l 20% off. http://www.orvis.com/p/hydros-bass/warmwater-line/3h46 Apply for an Orvis Visa card. Use it for all your purchases and shipping will be free. btw, I have no affiliation with Orvis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Buric Posted October 4, 2014 Report Share Posted October 4, 2014 I use the Orvis Hydros Bass line and I agree with Tom it is a very good fly line especially with larger flies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim A Posted October 28, 2014 Report Share Posted October 28, 2014 I suggest Orvis "All Rounder" and with the $25 coupons starting tomorrow through the 9th I believe, your $79 fly line is now $54, hard to beat. I too would line up 1 weight. Jim gets it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike G Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Just for the record, no one mentioned SA Air Cell the old workhouse that is still out there. http://www.buyfishingstuff.com/flyline.shtml Level, DT, and WF are still there reasonably priced making them a good choice for entry level. And who can argue with an outfit with a no nonsense name like Buy Fishing Stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugene f collins Posted October 30, 2014 Report Share Posted October 30, 2014 Hi Manny I think you should bring the wife to the Early Show Sunday, November 9. Casting lessons. Several pros there to help with line. as well as all the knowledge you can absorb in one day. Plus lots of gear. Fly tiers tying all day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronk Posted October 30, 2014 Report Share Posted October 30, 2014 Just for the record, no one mentioned SA Air Cell the old workhouse that is still out there. http://www.buyfishingstuff.com/flyline.shtml Level, DT, and WF are still there reasonably priced making them a good choice for entry level. And who can argue with an outfit with a no nonsense name like Buy Fishing Stuff. Time was most ffers used either SA or Cortland flylines. But with all the other cos. producing them Cortland has really dropped off the table even though it continues to mfr a wide range of innovative lines in various price ranges. I believe an absence of a marketing strategy in the face of increasing competition is the reason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mannym Posted November 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 3, 2014 Hi Manny I think you should bring the wife to the Early Show Sunday, November 9. Casting lessons. Several pros there to help with line. as well as all the knowledge you can absorb in one day. Plus lots of gear. Fly tiers tying all day. Hoping we can make this show. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugene f collins Posted November 10, 2014 Report Share Posted November 10, 2014 Manny, wife of Manny. ........... Where were you? Missed meeting both of you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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