Fly fishing help

[Rhys.i]

i have recently aquired a 280cm fly rod and a 3.5" fly reel and a box of flies
but i need line and im not sure what i need and also where could i go fly fishing near tiverton with good results

[Pleccy]

Hi,

Before you buy a line you need to find out the line weight of the rod, this is usually stated on the rod blank. For starters you will only need a floater, sinking lines need much more control so you don't injure yourself whilst casting.

If you can get someone to drive you there is Bratton water near Barnstaple and Exe valley fly fishery which is just a short drive up the A396, the latter fishery also has a qualified AAPGAI game angling instructor, Nick Hart, who should be able to give you some help in getting started.

Tight lines.