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3wt set up
« on: July 16, 2008, 13:43:16 PM »
hey guys,
I am looking for an inexpensive 3 wt rod and reel setup.  Any information on good vs evil would be helpful.  Looking to spend around $200 max for reel/rod.
Thanks,
T
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Re: 3wt set up
« Reply #1 on: July 16, 2008, 16:05:43 PM »
Quote from: troutfreak on July 16, 2008, 13:43:16 PM
hey guys,
I am looking for an inexpensive 3 wt rod and reel setup.  Any information on good vs evil would be helpful.  Looking to spend around $200 max for reel/rod.
Thanks,
T

Okuma Sierra Fly Reel
Cortland Endurance 7' 2 piece

and you might have a little change to go towards the backing and fly line....


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Re: 3wt set up
« Reply #2 on: July 16, 2008, 16:41:51 PM »
Thank Woolly,
I will search the internet and check'em out.
TF
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Re: 3wt set up
« Reply #3 on: July 16, 2008, 20:32:03 PM »
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Re: 3wt set up
« Reply #4 on: July 17, 2008, 08:37:57 AM »
I echo the sentiments on the Cabelas rod.  I have the 7 foot 6 inch 3 weight that is 3 pieces.  I bought it when I lived in Colorado for a few small streams I was checking out.  Now, I use it almost all the time.  And I bought another one for my better 1/2.  For the price, you can't beat it.  On the down side, I have had people break 2 tips on me while using the rod.  But, they have replaced both of them for free.   
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Re: 3wt set up
« Reply #5 on: July 17, 2008, 08:40:36 AM »
Yes, the Cabelas set up looks like the deal!  Thanks, TF
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Re: 3wt set up
« Reply #6 on: July 17, 2008, 15:10:10 PM »
Troutfreak, don't overlook the importance of length.  If you're fishing these tiny mountain streams surrounded by undergrowth, you do NOT want an 8 1/2 foot rod!  I do love 3 weights in these mountains, but I would rather fish with a 7' 5-weight than an 8'6" 3 weight.  So the 7 footer recommended by WB sounds awfully good to me.
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Re: 3wt set up
« Reply #7 on: July 17, 2008, 15:26:32 PM »
I am def. looking for 6.6 or 7.6 ft.....I have the 8.6ft Sage 5 wt and love it on bigger streams, the Bluelines are the reason that I am looking for a rod.
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Re: 3wt set up
« Reply #8 on: July 17, 2008, 16:09:39 PM »
Quote from: troutfreak on July 17, 2008, 15:26:32 PM
I am def. looking for 6.6 or 7.6 ft.....I have the 8.6ft Sage 5 wt and love it on bigger streams, the Bluelines are the reason that I am looking for a rod.

Okay, your gonna be know as Cheap3wt ... when ya get yer outfit together.. we wand a full post on how to put together the perfect $200 3wt rig....
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Re: 3wt set up
« Reply #9 on: July 18, 2008, 08:26:37 AM »
you guys did, thanks!
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Re: 3wt set up
« Reply #10 on: July 22, 2008, 12:55:09 PM »
Woolly,
 I guess you can say I am cheap3wt now, check this deal out:  It's on sale...lol.


 of 32-0440 CABELA'S THREE FORKS ROD & PRESTIGE PLUS COMBO 763-3/1 @ $59.99 each
    In stock-Approx delivery Wed 7/30
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Re: 3wt set up
« Reply #11 on: July 22, 2008, 13:34:46 PM »
Best $60 you will spend.  If I didn't own two already, I would think about picking up a 3rd. 

PS  1 day I brought the wrong reel with me.  So, I ended up overweighting the rod out of necessity.  Now, I do it all the time.  I need to try it with the 3 weight line again.   
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Re: 3wt set up
« Reply #12 on: July 22, 2008, 14:22:05 PM »
well that's pretty darn cheap, and I'll bet it handles the little trouts just fine. Just think a rod/reel combo for the price of a tank of gas.

Let us know how it fishes and post your catch.
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Re: 3wt set up
« Reply #13 on: July 22, 2008, 17:08:00 PM »
Sounds like a good deal - I just ordered one myself.
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Re: 3wt set up
« Reply #14 on: July 25, 2008, 14:26:20 PM »
Well, the Prestige Plus reel arrived today.  I hope the UPS man didn't keep the rod, cause it's still in route I guess.  Reel looks and feels nice.  The line came in a separate package - not already loaded.
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