The following Rods, Reels and Outfits are equipment that are known to the Moderators and you can expect good performance. 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
Forum Fly Shop Pick
1. Fly Rod:
2. Fly Reel
3. Fly Line
4. Estimated Cost:
Frank's Pick
1. Fly Rod: TFO 5wt, 9' length. $149.95,
Redington Red.Fly 2, 9' 5wt. $99.00
2. Fly Reel: Lamson Konic $129,
Redington Rise 5/6 $159
3. Fly Line:
RIO Selective Trout II WF-Floating $65, SA Mastery WF-Floating $65
4. Estimated Cost: $293 to $374, Based on equipment selected.
5.
Fly Rod and Reel Combinations. $99 to $500. Based on Combination selected.
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
Mark's Pick
1. Fly Rod:
2. Fly Reel:
3. Fly Line:
4. Estimated Cost: