hi guys i have my eye on a #5 rod that is described as having a fast action,
question is would it suit a newbie fisher what do they mean by fast action.
cheers terry.

When you have no idea,you really, really, need to try before you buy.sometimes a fast action will suit a beginner.but most times it will create some problems that you don't need.

Jim

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The Fishermans Friend is the Flirty Fly,Fickle Food for Fleeting Fish.

You need a medium action rod. fast action is a tip action rod (bends in the tip section mainly) and not easy to control for a beginner. Medium action bends further into the rod and easier for a beginner to handle its more forgiving and less dependent on precise timing. Full action bends into the butt and a very slow action. My advice is get a lesson and at the same time try different rods before you buy.

Alberto

Game Angling Scotland

Had a esson am casting a greys #7 at moment want a #5 for river am not the wordt casyer eber but not the best either

Terry,

As has rightly been said, try before you buy. You don't want to make an expensive mistake.

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Eddie
"We look to Scotland for all our ideas of civilisation."
Voltaire

And a fast actioned rod is not really what you want for river fishing.

Jim

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The Fishermans Friend is the Flirty Fly,Fickle Food for Fleeting Fish.

If you can, hold off to for one of the big game and/or angling fairs. There will be loads of different options which, more importantly, you can have a go with! Furthermore, some dealers will offer really good deals on 'shop soiled' or ex demo rods that come with the usual guarantees. Alternatively ask your local dealers if they have the facilities for you to try a few different rods. I can't add any more that has already been said...testing is the main way you should go about selecting your new rod.

thanks for the advice guys the fly show is coming my way 6th feb will check it out.

tel you have a Pm

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