Remember, for the first 30 feet both lines are the same weight, and that's what the AFTMA standard is. Beyond that the WF taper gets smaller instead of larger like the DT lines. I prefer DTs for my normal lake fishing as it loads the rod better and smooths out the stroke. Bill W > ---------- > From: Kent Lufkin[SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] > Reply To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Wednesday, August 16, 2000 10:08 AM > To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Subject: Overlining? > > Keith's response to Viet's question about overlining his shooting > head makes me wonder about overlining in general. > > Apparently rods are rated for a particular weight line based on the > AFTMA standard double-taper version of that line. Since > weight-forward lines are lighter than DTs, I've been advised to buy a > WF line that's a weight or two higher than the one the rod's rated > for to preserve the rod's intended feel and response. > > Is that true? Does overlining a rod change it's balance or > responsiveness? How does overlining come into play with lighter rods > as opposed to heavier ones? > > Kent Lufkin > > >I always suggest one size heavier shooting head, especially with 30 footers; > >therefore I'd use the ST9 with your rod. You'll have an easier time loading > >the rod for a decent cast. I'll be mailing your package in a few minutes > >and will email you the delivery confirmation number. > > > >Keith > > > >-----Original Message----- > >From: Viet Nguyen [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] > >Sent: Wednesday, August 16, 2000 8:54 AM > >To: Waflyfisherslist > >Subject: Matching shooting head to fly rod > > > > > >I have a 9'/8wt graphite fly rod.Which shooting head > >weight I have to use for optimum casting?A ST8 or a > >ST9? > >Viet Nguyen > >Seaford, Virginia > >[EMAIL PROTECTED] >
