04-22-2009, 07:12 AM
[quote Brook]Listen to the Fly Goddess! The reel is all but unimportant, even for most non-trout fishes. Get the best line you can to go with the rod.
I don't think you'll notice any significant difference based on the length of the new rod. However, there might be a difference based on the number of ferrules.
In theory, each "break" in the rod creates a flat spot. The reality is that with modern ferrule design it's usually not noticable. But you might have to adjust your timing slightly.
Won't be a big deal. After a few minutes casting you won't even notice that you're doing it.
Enjoy the new rod.
Brook[/quote]
May have been the case 10-15 years ago but not anymore. Most rods from quality manufacturers will be unnoticeable between the 2 piece and the 4 piece. I havent thrown the A3 yet but have an A2 and compared the 2 and 4 piece head to head before I ordered it and no difference. I agree with ya 100% about the reel and the line...
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I don't think you'll notice any significant difference based on the length of the new rod. However, there might be a difference based on the number of ferrules.
In theory, each "break" in the rod creates a flat spot. The reality is that with modern ferrule design it's usually not noticable. But you might have to adjust your timing slightly.
Won't be a big deal. After a few minutes casting you won't even notice that you're doing it.
Enjoy the new rod.
Brook[/quote]
May have been the case 10-15 years ago but not anymore. Most rods from quality manufacturers will be unnoticeable between the 2 piece and the 4 piece. I havent thrown the A3 yet but have an A2 and compared the 2 and 4 piece head to head before I ordered it and no difference. I agree with ya 100% about the reel and the line...
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