{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Thoughts on shorter rods for kayak fishing?

Can you stand up and cast from your kayak?  If 'yes' I would say stick to the longer rods.  If 'no' then you can go shorter, but you'll still have to get casting a shorter rod down - or you could stick with your 9' rod (since you already have experience with it) and spend less money on a boat sized landing net (long handle so you can land fish less awkwardly).

On Wednesday, October 23, 2013 2:31:27 PM UTC-4, William Steinman wrote:

Howdy all,

I would love to hear thoughts from the collective about using a shorter fly rod for 'yak fishing.  I've had my kayak out a bunch with my 9' 4-weight Orvis Clearwater, and while I've been pretty productive, I've found it very awkward to land fish.  I've read a number of articles on-line about advantages of slightly shorter rods (between 7' and 8') for kayak fishing, and before making a purchase, I thought I'd ask the group. 

Any wisdom is greatly appreciated!  Thanks!

Bill S.

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