Fly rod for salmon

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Jober
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2016/12/22 21:58:59 (permalink)

Fly rod for salmon

Wondering if a 10 foot 7 weight would handle salmon , any opinions
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    pafisher
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    Re: Fly rod for salmon 2016/12/23 14:18:23 (permalink)
    Keep your hand on the cork and there is no problem.
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    Jreckner154
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    Re: Fly rod for salmon 2016/12/23 14:46:27 (permalink)
    I use a 9' 5wt for steelhead
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    Clint S
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    Re: Fly rod for salmon 2016/12/23 18:48:12 (permalink)
    Depends on the action too.  I have a Slower action 9wt that I feel is at it's limits for bigger salmon and a faster action one that is a brute. Both 9ft same brand 2pc.  As PA says keep you hand on the cork and You will be fine. Use a reasonable leader too.

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    fichy
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    Re: Fly rod for salmon 2016/12/24 08:42:07 (permalink)
    It would, but  8' and 9's are better.
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    Re: Fly rod for salmon 2016/12/27 17:19:55 (permalink)
    You can get away with a 7 weight but may kill a king during the fight.  Eight weight, in a 10 foot length, is ideal, imo.  Nine weights land those kings quickly but will likely be too much for coho and steelies and therefore will spoil some of the fun.
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