Any thoughts on a TFO Siginature II 9' -9 wgt. Fly Rod for use on kings?

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2013/10/17 16:48:42 (permalink)

Any thoughts on a TFO Siginature II 9' -9 wgt. Fly Rod for use on kings?

Any thoughts on a TFO Signature II 9' -9 wt. Fly Rod for use on kings and possibly double duty for steel. I already have an 8 wt. but don't think that will cut it for the sharks in Sept/Oct? Brand new to the forum but not the SR- 26 years but don't want to admit it. I've been fly fishing for about 35 years +/- but never for the quality of fish in the SR.
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    pafisher
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    Re: Any thoughts on a TFO Siginature II 9' -9 wgt. Fly Rod for use on kings? 2013/10/17 17:27:30 (permalink)
    I am using a 11'6" switch in 8wt for Salmon and Steel and see no need to go heavier.I started fly fishing with a 9'6" 6wt 20+ yrs ago on the SR and landed many Salmon with it but it was a bit light so a went with a 9'6" single hand 8wt and used that for 17+ yrs until I went with the switch.I like that extra length for my drift and the switch feature allows me to roll it out there as far as I want.When I target the Steel I still use the 6 wt and have landed many,many fish with no problems.Remember there are times you need to go with a light tippet to have success and the lighter,longer rod protects that light line.Also,for the SR you don't need a high end expensive rod,a excellent reel is more important.
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    Re: Any thoughts on a TFO Siginature II 9' -9 wgt. Fly Rod for use on kings? 2013/10/17 17:35:25 (permalink)
    Thanks for the reply pafisher I appreciate the quick response. If I'm reading you correctly maybe ditch the TFO and put that money into a better reel? The rod is $130.00 w/a lifetime warranty , that was the main draw but I'm more than happy to spend less. Any suggestions?
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    Re: Any thoughts on a TFO Siginature II 9' -9 wgt. Fly Rod for use on kings? 2013/10/17 17:41:19 (permalink)
    What PA says, but if I already had the 9 and I was just fishing for salmon, I would use it.  But the 8 is better for steel and will handle the kings as long as you don't go overboard on your tippet.  The part of your system that breaks should be the least expensive!
     
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    Re: Any thoughts on a TFO Siginature II 9' -9 wgt. Fly Rod for use on kings? 2013/10/17 18:21:08 (permalink)
    using a 11/6 8 wt switch for most everything now with the lamson 3.5 reel--love both.
     Did revert to the  9 ft heavier rod for the early feisty Kings and was glad I did.
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    Re: Any thoughts on a TFO Siginature II 9' -9 wgt. Fly Rod for use on kings? 2013/10/17 19:40:20 (permalink)
    Cortland's 8/9 weight graphite rod is a pretty good deal.   I think this is the one both me and my buddy have and we have abused them.
    http://www.walmart.com/ip/Cortland-9-Fly-Rod-8-9-WT-2pc/15686696
    It is cheaper here than at the cortland outlet store.   It has a MUCH faster action than my 8wgt  Cortland Procast rod and I feel pretty confident with Kings on it.   With my 8 wgt Cortland Procast  I was a bit easy with it as the action was slower and I felt the rod was at  it's limit a few times.
    I am happy with my Cortland Sterling reel and feel the drag is pretty good for Steel and Salmon
     
    http://flydepot.com/flyfi...ng-fly-reel/pid--1439/
     

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    Re: Any thoughts on a TFO Siginature II 9' -9 wgt. Fly Rod for use on kings? 2013/10/18 00:00:50 (permalink)
    WAr Eagle,$130 is not a lot of money and would n't be considered high end,two three times that amount and your getting into high end.Don't buy a piece of junk,I'm not familiar with the TFO but I'm sure it is a decent rod.For the reel I recommend a Lamson Konic,has a great drag,it is water proof,and you may be able to pick one up on sale for a good price.Back to the rod,for the SR I would recommend a 10' or longer 8 wt for Salmon and Steel.
     
    I just checked on Fish USA on the Lamson Konic reel and the regular price is $160 for the 3.5 size and the 4 is $170.I got one on sale a year ago for $105,but even at regular price it is the best reel out there for the money.
    So you spend $130 for a decent rod,$160 for a great reel,another $100 for line and backing and you're ready to have a ball.
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    Re: Any thoughts on a TFO Siginature II 9' -9 wgt. Fly Rod for use on kings? 2013/10/19 10:36:32 (permalink)
    $130 is dirt cheap for a fishing fly rod...The nine weight is a bit heavy for my taste.  But, if you ever get invited to fish Salmon in Alaska, you'll be ready!
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