Help A Newbie Float N' Flyer

[FishinPhil]

I know this is the place to get help for the float n' fly since there are some experts on here that do it. I wanna try it for the first time this year and need some help getting started. I would just like some general info what tackle I need, line size and type, and some help picking out some good flies. Any info is much appreciated. I think my local lake would be good for the float n' fly. Can't wait to hear your expert opinions.

[elnutsmalljaws]

From the front page of this site, go to Articles, then Index of Articles, scroll down to 2008 articles and you will find an article about Float n Fly Basic to Advanced that should answer your questions. Hope this helps.

[jamwerx]

Really depends on what you're after and what kind of flies you want to use. When I go out I take a 6wt for smaller flies or smaller poppers and a couple 8 wts at least.. 1 with floating line and one with sinking line.

For floating you need quite a bit of power since you aren't standing and you need to get fish in quicker.

Just fyi~ I have some fly gear for sale

4 new ross momentum lt reels in 7 & 8
4 new ross reach spey rods in 8wt & 9 wt
these are straight from the factory and newer than any that you would find in stores.

a box of 80 original ak best flies (assorted) & case I got as a gift and don't want to use or carry around.

a new bamboo rod thats never been used.

tons of cheaper reels

an outcast 800 pontoon boat.

probably a few more rods I don't need

I'm sure I'll find more stuff as i get packed up this weekend

make offer


I do or did a lot of web sites for fly fishing companies like ross and thats where the stuff comes from, either as compensation or gifts.