New to the sport. Can someone reccomend some gear

[dave4fishing]

Hi There,

Now that we're finally having some good weather over here in Kent, I've decided to try a spot of fly fishing. As I'm new to the sport, I have no idea what kit I would need. The only fishing tackle I have is a cheap rod and reel that I got from Tesco a few years back.

I am looking at buying from the Friendly Fisherman as they seem to have quite a decent selection of fly fishing tackle. Does anyone have experience with them? What should I be looking at?

Cheers
Dave

[Pleccy]

Hi Dave,

Before you go out and spend any money I would get some instruction, learning how to cast properly will make you a better angler in the long run. Take a look at www.aapgai.co.uk. The instructor will also be able to give you advice on choosing tackle.

What ever you do don't be fooled into thinking that you need to spend a lot of money, expensive gear won't make you a better angler and there is loads of good quality tackle on the market at reasonable prices.

[dave4fishing]

Thanks Pleccy. Would an instructor be able to loan me some gear for the tuition or should I get some basics?

[Pleccy]

The instructor will provide the gear and many fisheries allow you to hire tackle for a small deposit (which is normally returned).

Once you are ready you can invest in a few basics such as forceps, fly box, flies (ask the instructor for his recommendations), a hat and a pair of polarising sunglasses.

[Rossthedon]

an excelent rod for learning flyfishing is a leeda streamfly 2, about 25 notes you get the rod, reel and line.
just buy 4 or 5 big bright lures and your ready to go!

[fishypaul]

i have dealt with the Friendly Fisherman before and they are very good