Fly fishing equipment for anglers looking to get kitted out for this incredibly relaxing sport is readily available although can possibly be confusing to a novice. Words like reels and flies may send you into a panic and leave you holding tight onto your wallet, but there are ways of getting the equipment you need at a cheap price.
There are certain core elements of fly fishing equipment which are tackle, rods, reels, line and flies. Beginners should do a little bit of research into the purpose of each so that they can understand exactly what they need before going to the store. There are hundreds of really useful websites that can brief beginners on the mentality of fly fishing, the best spots to go to, the right flies to use, and how to develop the skills that you’d need. Remember that while this might be a lot to take in, this is a sport that will take you outside into the fresh air and away from the hubbub of city life. It will ultimately be something that relieves stress and it can be very rewarding.
At the store, ask the salesperson to help you. They will be able to get you the right gear for the region that you live in and will make sure that the tackle you have is appropriate to your level of skill and ability. Depending on what you’re looking for, the equipment can vary from very cheap to extremely expensive. It’s best to approach the store assistant and make him or her clear what your price range is, and what sort of areas you’ll be fishing in. Once you’ve done the research, you won’t find this as daunting as a store would normally be. If you’re still unsure after going to the store, a final step to find out more is to look for blogs by fishermen and women, as they often have good advice on fly fishing equipment from people who use it.
Shops for the Beginner Fly Fisherman/Woman
Shops for the beginner fly fisherman/woman can be dauting as there are hundreds of different rods, tackles, baits and so much more to get you confused. Therefore it is important that when you visit a fly fishing store that you go to a reputable one otherwise you may be sold products that do not work and may cost more than the more effective products. But you may be wondering how you will know if a store is reputable or not. Well the best way to find out is through word of mouth. There are loads of fly fishing blogs, websites, and online communities that will be able to provide you with all the information you need to get you on the right track.
There are a number of shops for the beginner fly fisher around South Africa. Some of the best stores to be found are said to be closest to the best fishing destinations in South Africa. You may be asking yourself again where to find out about these fishing destinations and again my answer for you is to look at fly fishing blogs and websites. Some of the best ones that I have found include www.flyfishinginfromation.net, www.flyfishingsouthafrica.com, www.fishingblues.com.
One store that was recommended on a few of these sites is Frontier Fly Fishing. This chain has stores across South Africa as well as a website (www.frontierflyfishing.co.za) where you can view all of their products as well as get invaluable information about fishing destinations and gear.