01-23-2006, 11:22 PM
There is the old saying that a reel is just a place to keep your line, in that case the Medalist will do that. But I say, what if a fish takes off running, I had a Medalist and the drag is Okay. You can't palm it very easily cause of the reel cage (cupping your hand around the reel to slow the outtake down and keep tension on the line). Also, there is a weight factor. Medalist is a heavy reel and I am sure that it isn't working with your newer Redington the way it should. Too bottom heavy and you have to work harder.(a rule I go by is reel with line on rod, you should be able to balance the rod with one finger about right in the middle of the cork)
As far as waxing the Ferrules. Keep them clean at all times. When you pull it out to use, rub the ferral end on the side of your nose (body oils are great) Sometimes the connections will get stuck, so waxing helps to pull them apart. You could also use a candle, but wipe them down every time. If it does get stuck, put the rod horizontal behind you and try to pull it apart that way, instead of in front of you (more straight pull)
Line deffinitly makes a difference. The more expensive lines have a coating on them so you don't have to dress them, which is really nice. WF (weight forward) in the same weight as the rod in a floating (You can go one heavier on weighted lines cause they are a smaller diameter) I agree with Dryrod SA, cortland, Rio and Orvis (which is made by SA with a special orvis coating) and yes you will be looking at $50-$70. But, it will last longer. Try also, putting some floatant on the line where the leader connects to the line. I am sure you can find these lines on sale somewhere, but be sure and look for WF and one with a coating on it. You can get several years out of a good line, just wash it once in awhile and try mot to pull it too hard, walk on it, rub it on trees or rocks.
Nice to hear you are still at it, by the way......Tight lines,
Fly Goddess
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As far as waxing the Ferrules. Keep them clean at all times. When you pull it out to use, rub the ferral end on the side of your nose (body oils are great) Sometimes the connections will get stuck, so waxing helps to pull them apart. You could also use a candle, but wipe them down every time. If it does get stuck, put the rod horizontal behind you and try to pull it apart that way, instead of in front of you (more straight pull)
Line deffinitly makes a difference. The more expensive lines have a coating on them so you don't have to dress them, which is really nice. WF (weight forward) in the same weight as the rod in a floating (You can go one heavier on weighted lines cause they are a smaller diameter) I agree with Dryrod SA, cortland, Rio and Orvis (which is made by SA with a special orvis coating) and yes you will be looking at $50-$70. But, it will last longer. Try also, putting some floatant on the line where the leader connects to the line. I am sure you can find these lines on sale somewhere, but be sure and look for WF and one with a coating on it. You can get several years out of a good line, just wash it once in awhile and try mot to pull it too hard, walk on it, rub it on trees or rocks.
Nice to hear you are still at it, by the way......Tight lines,
Fly Goddess
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