I was using a sage 690 rpl+ til I did something with it? not sure what-
been using a 690 rpl for all my saltwater beach fishing for the past 3+ years
for src, silvers & even the odd chum. My favorite reel is the
ross canyon wide arbor reel. I dearly love the wulf triangle taper lines-
they seem to cast about 10' farther than the rest, for me anyway. I use
poppers etc. & have no problem throwing them.
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Sent: Thursday, November 11, 2004 11:11
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Subject: Rod for SRC in Salt
One of my winter projects is to build an
affordable yet well designed fly rod that is specifically for fishing
cutthroat in the salt. I just read the section in Les Johnson's new book
to get his take on the subject and Les lays out a very practical description
for what is needed, particularly with respect to componentry (aluminum or
graphite reel seats, salt resistant guideset, and thorough epoxy to seal the
guide feet from saltwater intrusion).
I am looking for input from other list members on
what their favorite SRC saltwater set up is and why? So far I am leaning
towards a two piece moderately fast action rod 8'8" to 9'6" in
length There are lots of candidates for all metal and graphite reel seats
that would fit the bill - Struble, REC, T&T, PacBay, Bellinger, et al all
offer quality aluminum (and titanium) seats specifically for saltwater use,
with prices ranging from $15 - $140 for a seat. I haven't been able to
find an objective review comparing the performance qualities of reel seats,
though (does such a thing exist?). The other design question is whether
the "ideal" SRC-in-salt rod would have a fighting butt. Guides seem easy
enough to make decisions about as I'd think that any stainless steel with
either black chrome or titanium nitrate finishes would do an adequate
job. What style of grip? I fish alot with a Scott SAS 906/5 that
has a "western" style grip but I am thinking that full wells might be the way
to go. Any insights on grip styles?
That's it for now... look forward to
hearing from you all on my topic
Steve
Cole
