{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: New to DC

Great. I don't know how economical the CC would be here unless someone has a dock they want to lend me... I imagine that slip rentals are just as inflated (if not more) than housing prices around here. The kayak is a good possibility as my girlfriend seems to think I could hang it from the underside of her deck over her car. In any event, thanks for the link, I'll look into the books as well. Will I need sinking line or a sink tip? I don't have sinking lines beyond 5wt. Indeed, 90% of my fishing was done in SNP, JNF, GWNF, the Holston, or the Jackson with a triple plus-ought tenkara rod, as my previous job placed me significantly closer to those places.  

I've also read a lot about fishing C&O locks 1-5. I've seen plenty of locks, but never thought of fishing them. Do most of y'all just fish from shore there?

On Monday, May 7, 2012 4:15:39 PM UTC-4, Matt Geiman wrote:

Eric, 

    Your 6 and 8 weight rods should cover you well for the Potomac close to DC. I don't see any need for a 10wt. The tidal potomac has some nice spots for wading, but they are limited, and get alot of fishing pressure. Your kayak, or center console would certainly open up alot more water to fish on the tidal potomac, and chesapeake bay. There are alot of wading opportunities on the upper non-tidal potomac, and other nearby freshwater rivers, and creeks. For more info on these i would recommend checking out www.switchfisher.com.  Local fisherman Steve Moore has a lot of info on local wading spots, and has books available for purchase. 

On Monday, May 7, 2012 12:09:25 AM UTC-4, Eric Y. wrote:

Hey fellas, I'm new to DC but certainly not to fly fishing. However, most of my experience is with trout and smallies. 

That said, I have a few questions about throwing some loops in DC.

Currently, the heavier rods in the stables are an 8wt Hydros, 9wt Hydros, and a 6wt Helios switch. Am I set up decently for fishing the area or should I add a 10wt?

Also, I live in DC (Foxhall area) not far from Fletcher's. Is Fletcher's/Chain Bridge the best place to start? Is it very wadeable? I have a jon boat I use for ducks, a SOT kayak, and center console, none of which I bought to DC due to lack of storage space. Would it be worthwhile to pay to store them or is there enough wading to keep me entertained?

Anything else I ought to consider?

Thanks!

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