What I wish I knew before buying my first fly rod

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Title	:	What I wish I knew before buying my first fly rod
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Rod power and action is fairly easily quantifiable An internet search of "Common Cents" (pennies) will lead you to the CCS method Basically, using pennies, you can determine both the rod's intrinsic power (line weight) and it's action (where it initially bends)
Comment from : Torin Koski

This Rod is one of the best I used ,lightweight and flexible
Comment from : Stop Wasting Money on New Batteries

Dude! I enjoy all your camera reviews, now on rods! Love everything you do Thank you
Comment from : Fat Guy in the Forest

You seem oddly familiar Don’t you have some other channel?
Comment from : Donovan Kang

G-loomis nrx plus in the wt you need 9 to 10 ft can not be beaten and G-loomis has the best warranty in the business you bust the rod and you will have a brand new one in less than 2 weeks and you just have to pay shipping
Comment from : black bear

Very well done I’d showed this video in my course anytime 👏👏👏
Comment from : Serg Tang

but what about the Nikon Z9? LOL I love that this guy covers all of my passions
Comment from : Raevenswood

Very sharp and articulate dude Good vid
Comment from : 99 problems but a fish aint one

He was great at talking about cameras and what do you know, he’s great at talking about fly fishing Now he needs to do a cycling channel to compleate my trifecta
Comment from : Nick Morgan

Here's what I've come to realize: Lower priced rods are made in China/Korea, and typically have better no questions asked warranties due to the volume they sell Higher priced rods tend to be hand made in the US, and warranties can't be counted on unless it's a manufacture defect When I started, I couldn't tell the difference between the Orvis Clearwater and Sage Foundation or R8 Core
Comment from : BVDsGoneFishing

Did you use a Panasonic to record this Video?
Comment from : Daniel Rodriguez

this guy looks like he knows a thing or two about cameras 😂
Comment from : Klein Reyes

Chris Nicholls is a multi subject expert He is probably the best camera reviewer on tubeland
Comment from : The Lister

Wow…simply an amazing and informative video 👍
Comment from : Ingvar Kristjansson

Really appreciate all the insight and presentation in this video As someone just getting into this hobby, being more informed and better prepared is only getting me more excited to start!
Comment from : Brian M Flint

Man you are so good at explaining and getting your points across effectively! Thanks for the great video!
Comment from : Rice Creek bushcraft

biggest question here: are you Asian or white? cz I really can't tell😭
Comment from : Rick

Ok so for a beginner with a budget be possible to learn fly fish on a 150 dollars rod and reel?
Comment from : F T

Always going against the grain I have 3,4,6,7,8,9,10 wt rods At this point it is a matter of principle No 5wt for me I agree in trout areas it would be a great starting point Here in Texas I think a 6wt is probably a little better choice for smaller bass flies and general fishing Fantastic video
Comment from : Rudy Ruiz

Christmas 1968 got my 1st fly rod Shakespeare outfit I believe Every late summer my folks planned a cheap trip Like firing up the old Colman stove at waysides for lunches Dad had a carside tent that he made and Mom sewed I'd wander off to any water fly rod in hand It just never gets old and remember to teach this young generation something besides this phone lol
Comment from : Steven Hansen

You had a fan until you started talking about higher priced rods being a more productive rod or “better rod “brbrThis is ABSOLUTELY FALSE ! brThere are plenty of great rods under $400 that will outperform or be equivalent to a $1000 rod ! brbrYour shop margins are just higher on that $1000 rod
Comment from : Brad Heath

Why are most fly rods 3 & 4 piece now? Why are there no more 5/6 weight rods and is a fast action rod the same as a flex tip rod?brMy first rod was a 10' two piecebr5/6 weight flex tip graphite orvisbrI loved that rod and could cast in most situations without issuesbrIs there a low to mid priced rod thatbrcould replace the orvis?
Comment from : Noel

Great video for someone who wants to experience fly fishing, as you accurately explain the important differences in fly rod choices out there
Comment from : Scouser

Great video
Comment from : fly

Any advice on length of the rod?
Comment from : Dentspeed

Things I wish I knew…brYou will break if 5 times and put new tip on it and it becomes short and heavy
Comment from : David

I tell people the first thing to decide is evens or odds I like odds 3 5 7 because below 3 just go tenkara
Comment from : BryceG

I quit fly fishing because some sales person sold me a 5wt rod Took all the fun out of smaller fish
Comment from : Ryan Brand

What do you think about the difference between bamboo, fiberglass, and carbon fiber rods?
Comment from : Poly Hexamethyl

I've been taught that a slow action rod (what you call a medium fast action)is more forgiving for a new fly fisher Temple forks has been my go to rod to almost when I started fly fishing in the mid 80s
Comment from : Grant Northcott

You review cameras What are tou doing here
Comment from : Kingdom

Invest in good line, you can get away with a cheaper rod but cheap line will leave you frustrated
Comment from : Sean B

VERY well done!!
Comment from : The Alpine Ex

If you have the money buy yourself a greys rod or guideline stoked rod
Comment from : Not missing out

Thanks for your videos, been very helpful Watching from Kentucky “ The Bluegrass State “
Comment from : Kelly Phillips

As a manager of an outdoor retail store, all I can say is that I wish I had him as one of my employees haha great video Will be using this for my employee fly fishing training video!
Comment from : Bob Mooney

Did some fly fishing when I was younger and was looking to get back into fly fishing I currently have a South Bend 8 ft,med-action 2 pc 5-6 wght rod and a Rim-fly reel Would this be a good set-up for a beginner
Comment from : Garland Howe

Great information Thanks
Comment from : Gman from Texas

Being down in the south, I generally do Bass and Saltwater fishing What type of length would be recommended? And I’m assuming around 6-7 weight
Comment from : thegreatgaspy94

How come I don't see many 2 piece no more?
Comment from : Wolverine X

So #5 MF?
Comment from : Wolverine X

Very helpful, and very well presented Thanks
Comment from : John X

Why no discussion of rod length?
Comment from : Bob McCarney

How about tenkara rod?
Comment from : Ed Wrobel

Very informative and helpful Thank you! Liked and subscribed
Comment from : German Rodriguez

This is the only explanation video of rods that makes sense to me You break it down for simple people like me to understand and thats awesome! Thank you!
Comment from : Adventures of Tony and Brooke

I've been wondering why Chris always uses Orvis jacket in camera videos Cameras and fly fishing, nice 👍🏻
Comment from : Antti Tapio

That was an extremely helpful, concise explanation Thank you
Comment from : Bunnymann

Really appreciate this video, thanks for the infobeen trying to wade back in, not having cast since I was a kid I didn't catch any info on length Living in the NW, what's the pros/cons between a 5 wt 8'6" rod vs 9'? Thanks!
Comment from : f1sk8mm

I’m a higher weight # take that any way you want 3wt and 5wt are my go to for trout
Comment from : Raywalteroutdoors

Wtf? Is it a bug in the matrix?
Comment from : Lome Roger

Thank you, sir ! brbrBest of luckbrM
Comment from : Michal Galinski

Do you guys sell tying supplies in the store iv never been in thought you were just a guide service Your videos are great thanks
Comment from : destin havens

I just want to use the rod and reel that I have, and find the best backing, lines, and leaders to get the most out of what I have, without tossing a ton of dough
Comment from : LE H

had a giggle to myself when you used the echo lift for the example of a lower cost rod, thats the exact one i got as a first rod love it
Comment from : Rook9696

Great video! Now I know what type to get for my first fly rod!
Comment from : Travis Watson

Another pointis rods have changed a lot over the years A mid grade rod nowadays has a lot more feel than the best rods of days gone buy Seems we're going for the lightest rods that can still deliver the payload
Comment from : Bwanar1

Well done!
Comment from : Shawn McWilliams

Ok now wait a minute- Chris are you both a photography expert AND a fly fishing expert? Your delivery, content and emphasis is great in both hobbies but what gives with 'diversity' - really do appreciate your information-
Comment from : Jim A*

Great video 👌🏽 what rods do u recommend for mountain creeks 3 wt 7’6
Comment from : Alfie in Montana

I have been watching your video and Can you tell me what action a St Croix Pro Graphite PF906 is, thank you
Comment from : David Farmer

is this a DP review? jk
Comment from : Manny PVD

I’ve watched your camera reviews for years Now I find out you’re a Fly Fisherman?! My man!!!
Comment from : David Waltman

Is this Chris Nichols from DP reviews? This guy also fly fishes? This dude rules
Comment from : Robert Guss

This guys knows his stuff And his presentation is excellent Very impartial yet honest insights into the best route to begin your fly fishing outfit
Comment from : Peter Dunbar

I'm stumped Should I buy the Winston bamboo or the Canon Eos R5?
Comment from : Robrunner1

Can a nerd treat a cork handle with something like boiled linseed oil? I’ve just got my first fly rod, the redington crosswater, 9ft 5wt medium fast
Comment from : Half Insane Outdoor Guy

Very helpful advice
Comment from : guyvk357

awesome video
Comment from : Ray Flores

Your videos are exceptional! Love your videos!
Comment from : Isaac Groundhill

One reason lighter weight rods are more difficult to cast with compared to heavier is the ratio between volume and surface For thinner lines, the surface area is proportionally larger relative to the diameter compared to thicker lines Thus, given the same density, a thinner line will experience more wind resistance Compare for instance trying to toss a small rock (gravel) compared to a normal rock, no matter how much arm speed you put into it, you will never be able to toss that small rock as far as the larger This is particularly true for line weights <5, that is why I have a hard time recommending a lower rod than #5 for beginners, as most often they would have to overline the rod to be able to cast with it (it is the line that matters, not the rod) Other than that, this is an exceptionally accurate and informative video!! (coming from some one with >30 years of experience)
Comment from : Creative Fly Fishing

Lol, also watched countless video reviews when getting into mirrorless cameras a few years back And was Very confused running into you in a flyrod video 🙂 I thought I was losin it Been fishing dries in the catskills for several years and it's time for a rod upgrade 👍🏻
Comment from : Rob B

I feeling left out since I want to fish for pike and not trout
Comment from : christoffer pedersen

Wait a second you do camereas and FLY RODS?! I kept on watching and thought you looked familiar lol!
Comment from : Keith Nguyen

excellent video, thanks!
Comment from : justinssleeyt

This is the best video on the subject I have seen yet Right on
Comment from : Andrew Domonic

Been fishing since shortly after being born Been teaching myself fly-fishing for about 5 years and I have learned more from your videos in the last week than I learned that whole 5 years
Comment from : Nick Humphreys

This has got to be the best explanation of weight and action I've heard Seriously helped me figure out which direction I want to go for a trout rod
Comment from : Andrew Perry

Whoa! Youre camera gear videos have helped me out so much figuring out my camera setups! Im surprised to find you're going to help me with my gear all over again now that I'm getting into fly fishing Thanks dude!
Comment from : Betaboy3030