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Fly line recommendations? 14 Years, 7 Months ago  
Hi,

It's been a while since I've had to buy a fly line, and I'm not familiar with the current market. I'd like to get a line for Christiaan that's suitable for a beginner (him) and a tightwad (me). Any good lines out there that aren't $70 (or even $50)?

He's building up a Sevier "tiger eye brown" blank, 4/5 wt. I'm thinking a WF4 or a DT5 would be suitable for this rod... is that correct?

Thanks...

chuck o.
 
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Re:Fly line recommendations? 14 Years, 7 Months ago  
How about the Rio "Mainstream" line? I believe it's retail price is $39.95. And you can use the dealer locator at the Rio website (link below) to see if your local (nearest) flyshop either stocks or can order the line for you.

http://www...roduct.php?fmCategory=17


With the 4/5 rod, I'd suggest the WF5 to provide efficient loading with shorter amounts of line and larger masses of stuff like weighted nymphs, fluffy bobbers/indicators, or larger dries.

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Re:Fly line recommendations? 14 Years, 7 Months ago  
Hook & Hackle carries their own brand. I've used them and they are very decent.

$25 for either WF or DT:

Weight Forward

Double Taper

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well, last line I bought 14 Years, 7 Months ago  
was a cortland and less then $50...then again, all my lines are cortland.

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Re:well, last line I bought 14 Years, 7 Months ago  
Check out Allen Fly Fishing. He's new to the business out of Indiana. I've bought lines from him as well as 4 of his reels - really good quality stuff and really good prices - both of which fit the bill for you. I highly recommend you take a look. I've always been a big supporter of the small scale operator. His stuff is great, not expensive, and the service is personal and friendly.

http://www...shing.com/pages/products
 
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Re:Fly line recommendations? 14 Years, 7 Months ago  
Sierra Trading Post has a Cortland 5wt for $27.95
 
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Re:Fly line recommendations? 14 Years, 7 Months ago  
If you're close to the Western Sport Shop's Santa Rosa store, you may be able to score a line at a deal from a local shop...take a look at Jim's recent posts in the WSS Thread.

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