[Frank Whiton]

The following Rods, Reels and Outfits are equipment that are known to the Moderators and you can expect good performance. Some of the Outfits use inexpensive composite reels and low cost fly lines. In most cases you will want to upgrade the reels and fly lines sometime in the future. The Outfits are very good choices if you want to see what fly fishing is all about and don't want to spend a lot of money. If the new fly fisher knows this is going to be his sport, then a little higher priced Rod, Reel and Fly Line would be a good investment. New Fly Fishers are encouraged to take lessons before buying a setup. This will give you more insight into what setup will fit your needs the best.

Big Cliff's Pick

1. Fly Rod:TFO NXT Outfits fly fishing gear (the 9' 5/6wt version)
2. Fly Reel:TFO NXT Outfits fly fishing gear (comes with above combo)
3. Fly Line:TFO NXT Outfits fly fishing gear (comes with above combo)
4. Estimated Cost: $174.95

Curtis' Pick

*This is going to be a little difficult but I may have to give a couple of different ideas. I am going to go with low cost high quality.

1. Fly Rod:Cabela's Three Forks $59, Redington Crosswater $59, Albright GP $99
2. Fly Reel: Okuma Sierra $30
3. Fly Line:Cortland 333+ $30, Cortland Classic 444 $42, and I might get strung up for this one but I love the Scientific Anglers Air Cel line. $20
4. Estimated Cost: You can get a good, quality outfit that will grow with you and catch fish for well under $200.

Fish Bone's Pick

1. TFO TF NXT 5/6 Outfit $174.95
2. Sage 590-4 FLi Combo $475.00
3. Bitch Creek XR35 $199.95
4. St Croix Triumph TK905.4 Combo $160.00

Frank's Pick

1. Fly Rod: TFO Professional 5wt, 9' length. $139.95, Sage Launch 5wt, 9' $199.00
2. Fly Reel: Lampson Konic $129
3. Fly Line: SA Mastery WF-Floating $64.95, Cortland 555 Hi Float Dyna Tip $64.95, TFC Fly Line WF-Floating 24.95
4. Estimated Cost: $294 to $388 based on line selection.

Joni's Pick

1. Fly Rod: Sage Launch 9' 5 weight 2 pc. $199. 4 pc. $225
2. Fly Reel: Lamson Konic 2 $129.
3. Fly Line: Rio Selective Trout $64.
4. Estimated Cost: $375. to $425