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Fly Fishing Tackle – The Basics
Fly Fishing is a completely different breed of fishing, employing different tactics and different tackle.
Fly fishing tackle is not generally suited for, say, shark fishing and vice versa.
Rods for fly fishing differ from other kinds of rod. They are thinner and more flexible. Probably the most noticeable difference between Fly Rods and other rods is their lack of a butt section. This deliberate omission, which gives fly Fishing Rods their distinct look, is designed to prevent interference with the casting movements.
An important element of your fly fishing tackle is the line. Unlike traditional fishing tackle set ups where the weight of the lure pulls the line out, the fly is generally of very little weight so relies on the weight of the line to unfurl to its target. Because of this, fly Fishing Line is much heavier than its regular fishing counterpart.
Compared to traditional Fishing Reels, the fly Fishing Reel (a Centrepin Reel) is a simple piece of tackle. Acting mainly as a storage device for the line, they have few other functions. Earlier examples of fly reels had no drag mechanism, slowing of the fish was done by simply "palming the rim". In recent years, fly fishing reels have evolved somewhat, employing Disc Drag mechanisms, though they still remain relatively simple devices.
Every successful fly angler has an arsenal of artificial flies to lure his catch. Flies come in hundreds of different varieties. With colourful names such as Nymphs, Zonkers, Buzzers, Wooly buggers and other exotic names, you may be confused.
Flies are made from a wide variety of natural and synthetic materials, such as, to name a few, hair, mylar and rubber. They are designed to have the appearance and behaviour of the prey of the target fish. This could be, as the name suggests, flies or anything else the fish like to feed on, such as worms, insects, vegetation, even mammals and birds! The fly acts in the same way as bait in more traditional forms of fishing. It is attached to a hook, which hooks the fish when it makes a move at the bait.
Flies are generally very affordable, individual flies costing in the region of 50p – £2 (you can buy in bulk and get them even cheaper). There is however a huge number of people who get great joy from making and fishing their own flies.
Another sometimes overlooked element to fly fishing tackle is clothing. We are not blessed with the best weather in the UK so it is important that you are comfortable for your time fishing. If you go out for your first day of fly fishing and find yourself shivering all day, the chances are you won’t want to go again so a warm set of waterproof clothing is of the utmost importance.
You should also invest in a decent set of waders. Because of the limitation on casting distance with no weight on the end of the line, you are often required to wade out a little to be able to reach the target fish.
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 MARTIN CLASSIC FLY REEL YEAR 1992 MODEL MC56 NEVER OPENED  US $36.95
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 THE BROWN WOLFF MYSTIC CREEK FURLED LEADER US $6.99
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 THE WHITE WOLFF MYSTIC CREEK FURLED LEADER US $6.99
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 Flextec Classic Multispool Cassette Fly Reel aftm 5 7 US $47.41
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 Okuma Integrity 5 6 Fly Fishing Reel Black US $69.95
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 MINT Powell Independence 9 10 Fly Fishing Reel Silver US $69.95
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 Abel Super 7 Fly Reel Large Arbor Matte Black NIB US $420.00
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 Abel Super 8 Fly Reel Large Arbor Black NIB US $429.00
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 Abel Super 7 Fly Reel Large Arbor Blue III NIB US $425.00
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 River Camo Combo Reel Fly Box Forceps Nippers US $169.95
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 Abel Super 9 Fly Reel Blue III NIB US $500.00
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 Abel Super 11 Fly Reel Large Arbor Camo 14 NIB US $650.00
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 House of Hardy Fly Reel Gem MK2 5 6 New with Hardy 6 fly line US $203.91
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 ABEL 1 SUPER 4 FLY FISHING REEL Standard Arbor FOR 6 7 8 Weight Gold Finish US $399.00
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 Flextec Classic Multispool Cassette Fly Reel aftm 7 9 US $47.41
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 Superb ORVIS BATTENKILL Disc 8 9 Fly Reel BAG US $79.02
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 New Fishing Tackle Masterline Shadow Fly Angling Reel US $18.95
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 House of Hardy Fly Reel Gem MK2 8 9 New with Hardy 8 floating line US $245.01
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 Ross Evolution 1 Black Spare SpoolNew US $59.95
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 ABEL Super 2 Large Arbor Pt5 Interchangeable FLY FISHING REEL FOR 2 3 4 Weight US $285.00
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 Orvis Battenkill Mid Arbor II Reel w WF5F Line Free Shipping US $102.50
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 Sage 2050 Fly Reel for 5 6 weight rods Free shipping and $30 shop credit US $199.00
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 Orvis Battenkill Mid Arbor III Reel Spare Spool w WF6F Line Free Shipping US $200.00
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 VINTAGE COLLECTORS HARDY BROTHERS ENGLAND VISCOUNT 140 FLY FISHING REEL 7 8 US $55.32
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 New Superb Quality Trout LA 7 8 Fly Reel centre disc drag 2 spools US $45.84
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 Martin Classic Fly Tackle REEL MODEL 65 BRAND NEW US $9.99
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 6 wt fly rod IM12 46 T carbon 5 7 reel CNC machine cut super premium combo US $245.99
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 Orvis Disc Drag Battenkill Fly Reel 9 10 11 Weight US $80.00
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 Abel Super 10 fly fishing reel US $550.00
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 WRIGHT MCGILL PLUNGE ARBOR FLY REEL US $73.50
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 St Croix Triumph Fly Fishing Outfit 9 7 wt 4 pc Rod and Reel Kit US $115.00
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Fly Logic Premium Series Fly Fishing Reel FLP567/C 5 - 6 - 7 Line Weight Aluminum Disc Drag Flyreel | Charcoal Color Made In USA List Price: $125.00 Sale Price: $67.50 |
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Product Description The FL-Premium Series was designed to combine the look, feel and performance characteristics of many of the most expensive reels you can buy, at an entry-level price. Low price not withstanding, even the most discriminating experts have agreed the FL-Premium is a truly great, sensible fly reel... |
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Fly Logic Premium Series Fly Fishing Reel FLP345/C 3 - 4 - 5 Line Weight Aluminum Disc Drag Flyreel Made In USA - Charcoal Color List Price: $115.00 Sale Price: $62.50 |
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Product Description The FL-Premium Series was designed to combine the look, feel and performance characteristics of many of the most expensive reels you can buy, at an entry-level price. Low price not withstanding, even the most discriminating experts have agreed the FL-Premium is a truly great, sensible fly reel... |
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Fly Logic Premium Series Fly Fishing Fly Reel FLP567/P 5 - 6 - 7 Line Weight Aluminum Disc Drag Flyreel | Platinum Color Made In USA List Price: $125.00 Sale Price: $67.50 |
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Product Description The FL-Premium Series was designed to combine the look, feel and performance characteristics of many of the most expensive reels you can buy, at an entry-level price. Low price not withstanding, even the most discriminating experts have agreed the FL-Premium is a truly great, sensible fly reel... |
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Make quick, one-handed casts via the Quick-Fire II system, while achieving increased distances with less effort and wind knots because of the... |