Fly Fishing Gear and Fly Fishing Equipment:

To get started all you really need is a fly rod and reel rigged properly fly line and some flies. It doesn't take long to realize, however, that there is great deal of fly fishing equipment available to make your experience more enjoyable.

Bare Essentials

Here is how to get started with fly fishing for less that $100-$150.

• Fly Rod, Reel and Line Combo ($60-$120) These can usually be found at most retailers that sell fly fishing equipment. It's a quick and cheap way to get started. A 6 weight rod is a good beginners rod, and works well for most freshwater fishing.
• Flies ($10-$20) - Best to ask your local dealer or a fellow fly fisherman what flies are working in your area. You should be able to pick up 10-12 flies for less than $20.

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