Silvers

Discussion in 'Fly Fishing Forum' started by andrew, Oct 17, 2002.

  1. andrew

    andrew Active Member

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    Is it safe to say a six weight is adequate to fish silvers? I have an eight weight...but my 6 is brand new and I am itching to use it!!!
     
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    Oh Yeah - it's a blast! "Safe" depends on many factors, and some might say that you might tire the fish out too much, by-catch a larger fish (see Chum post from last week....) and tire it out too much. Safe for your rod is not a problem - any rod will break if you play a fish incorrectly.

    Have fun.

    Jim
     
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    A 6wt is fine, as long as you have a reel with a good drag. Last year I caught several on my 6wt and never had any problems. The larger ones 12lbs+ are a little tought on it though. Just make sure you are in a good spot to land them.
     
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