Redington really put some soul into these kits, love to see it. I often recommend people put together their own kits, and sometimes it puts them off a little. Having a usable kit on the market is going to bring so many new people into the sport, and keep them here.
How is it catching sunfish on the bass rod.. debating between the bass and the lighter rod.. but I will be fishing for small and large bass more frequently.... thoughts?
By far the best discussion of fly fishing kits I’ve ever seen. As a 60 year veteran of fly fishing all over the US( 25 years,many rivers in Montana alone), in several other countries, in all kinds of waters from farm ponds to the pelagic, I am the owner of 20 plus fly fishing outfits from 8’4w to 10’12w in fiberglass,graphite, bamboo,etc. but I’m likely to buy one of the Redington kits just because your presentation is so convincing !
Just ordered one though your shop. I'm brand new to fly fishing. Excited/ nervous to get started. I was looking at the under $200 combo's but this review changed my mind real quick.
Thank you for the recommendation. I recently got back into fly fishing after about 15 years and felt I could buy a new setup. This has kit has taken all the “work” out of my game. This setup has been a joy to use. My older setup is a Sage. This Redington trout kit is still my favorite
Reddington is great, bought 2 combos from them several years ago (Path 8wt and Path 4wt). Love how they come with fantastic Rio line and Rio leaders. Awesome to see that they are continuing to offer quality products and seem to be stepping up their introductory products.
I ordered the Trout kit today from Mad River Outfitters. I am glad I can help support what appears to be a great company. I am stoked to actually finally learn to fly fish. Thank you Brian for all your videos.
$359 for a setup DONE gets one out the door and on the water to find success. Putting one together by oneself costs FAR MORE and tests one's patience, mostly. I would pay this amount if I hadn't already paid a HECK of a lot more even shopping garage sales and this fly shop that sells garage sale fishing equipment. There are 'good' fly fishermen there to help a bit but this channel is saving me tons of money and saving me from reinventing the WHEEL if you get my drift...grins. Brian is my favorite fishing guru. Huggs, Brian.
My first fly rod setup was a crosswater and what a great inexpensive rod to learn on, I use a 9'6 path for steelhead fishing still and allways reccomend reddignton to people who ask. Best bang for your buck period.
Timing in life is everything...I was just talking with a friend whose teenage son wanted to learn how to fish, and he knows nothing about fishing. I told him getting a first fishing rig is similar to learning how to play guitar...if you get a cheap guitar that is hard to play, it usually discourages learning how to play it. One doesn't need to spend a grand on a first outfit, especially if you're not sure that they will continue with the sport, but getting something decent so the learning curve isn't painful or discouraging is important.
I got the Redington Path outfit from you guys when I first started. Still working on bringing a friend of mine to the dark side, and once I succeed, I’ll definitely encourage him to get one of these new ones!
Lmao that's funny.. my friend says I brought him to the darkside when I got him into using baitcasters.. I'm working on getting him into fly fishing so he can truly taste the power of the darkside lol
Just purchased this kit from Mad River Outfitters! I'm basically completely new to fly fishing, and the learning curve is going to be steep, but with the help from Brian Flechsig I believe I'll become a decent fly fisherman with some patience and a lot of practice. I did buy a fly rod/reel from Academy 6 years ago or so, it was crap and I quickly went back to bait casters and spinners. Really am enjoying all the videos, the presentation, knowledge and no BS attitude is refreshing.
You’ll love it! I commented above, but I bought the trout kit a few months ago for my first fly setup. I’ve already caught bass, sunfish, and carp on it!
Phil, I like Brian grew up out West fly fishing - even young kids can pick this stuff up and do it. I wish I had this kind of gear when I first learned - it'll be fine, you will quickly get into the Zen of fly fishing before you know it.
Thanks for the review and recommendation. I'm new to fly fishing and learning how to fly fish through your videos. Outstanding customer service!! the kit is on backorder and the young man who answered the phone must have looked at four screen to confirm you have kits shipping tomorrow or Monday. WOW!! thanks again from North Carolina!!!
Love Reddington kit. My first Pike fly rod was a Reddington and I still have it. I also landed my PB on that rod. The trout and the costal kit look great and that Behemoth reel is awesome. Great kits.
I got the Redington Vice combo (9" 4 WT) for like $340 and its AMAZING. Similar to the kits Brian talks about in this video. Awesome combo for the money and their warranty is fantastic. I've caught an absolute ton of fish on it and its a joy to use. I will use Reddington the rest of my life.
I love my path. Put good line and I build my own leaders, couldn't be happier. I'm actually looking to get a 9wt for pike and musky here in MN. Going to call you guys about the Tropical vs the Coastal. This is right up my alley.
Just Bought this for my husbands birthday. He is a great fisherman and wants to start fly fishing! I can't wait for him to open it up in May. I will keep you posted :)
That's fantastic. If a beginner, go with one of these. You will literally skip a financial step or two needed to take your game to the next level after getting those strokes down.
I took your advice and purchased the trout field kit. I received it today and immediately took it to the side yard and the difference between it and the "kit" my dumbass brother -in-law gave me was instantly noticeable. Two or three casts with it and I could easily make a 30 yard casts, after struggling with the cheap POS.. The fly line that comes with the kit seems to work like magic. Thanks for the recommendation.
I've fished a 7wt Redington combo I put together in Alaska back on '08 almost exclusively. It slayed up there, and I've sworn by Redington ever since; it's the Glock of fly rods. Now that I'm back in the lower '48 with smaller fish, I wanted something smaller to have fun out there. Based on this video, I bought the field kit 5 wt. Can't wait to try it out!
Had a friend buy a fly fishing kit from Walmart because it was on clearance for like $10. He came to me a few months later asking what line to put on it because his wife had been vacuuming and caught the tip of the line in the vacuum cleaner and chewed it all up. So I gave him a Rio line I had taken off a reel to put a different line on and I said, "Here, try this." Next time he seen me he said that it casts so different from the line that was on there. I just smiled and said wait until you cast with a quality rod. Haven't had a chance to go fishing with him yet as he injured his hand last year and is just now getting to where he can fish again.
On the rod in front of the cork grip there will be a number printed, i.e. 890-4 which means; wt. 8 rod, 90 means a rod 9' long and 4 means 4 sections. In this case the rod takes an 8wt. fly line.
@@Madriveroutfitters thank you for all the information 🙏🎣🇺🇲🎯 I have bait fished tributaries since I could walk, but this fly fishing gives me a feeling almost similar to bow hunting.
That was a good review for the bunch of starter kits I mean truly. I was impressed with that I would think about getting a bass or yes costal set up ya never know ya might be in need some day . Thanks positive
Learned how to fly fish on one of those Wally World reels preloaded with line and leader, slapped it on a “combo” 9 foot rod…no idea what weight it is.I do pretty good. Going out for a few hours tomorrow with it. One of these days I’ll upgrade it, but it’s worked out pretty good for the last 3 years….
@@Madriveroutfitters thank you for all the lessons. I’m preparing for my first guided trip in Yellowstone. The videos have helped A LOT! I hope to get a guided tour through y’all one day too. 😎🙏
@@Madriveroutfitters I think I may go with this setup. I’m a total newbie fly fisherman. I’m trying to figure out Where to start. It’s hard to decide amongst all the choices, especially for someone that knows he doesn’t know much.
@@davidbundesen5867 I was just a newbie myself. I got a path combo; if this was available, I would have gotten something like this. It’s such a good setup to price.
Are there any good kits for the other gear necessary to get started? I already got a rod/reel/line. I’m looking for a kit with a decent quality bag, net, flies, fly box, hemp stats, etc.
thank you for this! im not in the position to even drop the money for these but this will be my next set up! i bought a orvis encounter when they went on sale for 70 bucks!! its a 8 weight and i know its not ment for saltwater but i got it for that. anyone have recommendations on things i can change on this combo to make it perform at its best in the keys?! ill be going there for the first time ever and i want to see how i do catching stuff like snook and permit
I am thinking of buying either the salmon or one of the saltwater field kits. Which would you prefer for someone who recently moved to Alaska? Thanks in advance!
Brian, first thanks for your previous post. I'm a Semi beginner returning to fly fishing. My old as set up, as in very old, but still looks new, is a Scott 9 ft 4 weight G904-46, or 4G-2467 2 piece rod and a Ross Cimarron 4 wt. I'm curious what you would l or should I replace it with? I find now a days the 4 piece rods are as you point out travel better in all respects and are as good or better than the historical 2 piece. I have a budget that allows me to go from just under 1k to a bit more. What might your recommendations be? Thanks You greatly once again for your giving us the breath of your experience. l for one can't say enough about what I've learned. And how you answered long running assumptions I had as to their reality and your demystifying numerous aspects of the sport. Just call me "Red" lol though now it's white.
I bought a 8wt path and I love that outfit. Would purchasing a tropical field kit be a decent upgrade? I fish the flats around Tampa Bay and my path is amazing.
I'm between this one and the clear water combo, can you please tell me what will be your got to? Thanks (I'm a beginner fly fisherman with lots of spinning fishing experience)
Great video! I"m looking to get into fly fishing, never tried it before. I go after some beefy steelhead. Which of these field kits would you recommend for big trout? Thanks
I got a Cabela’s kit a number of years ago - 8 1/2’ Sweetwater rod 6-7 wt with 6wt weight forward line. Supposedly for trout and bass. Haven’t had a chance to use it as much as I hoped, but retired now and plan to use it more, here in the fly fishing meca of central Iowa😊. Still using the same line and backing it came with. This Redington kit sounds like it could be quite a step up from that. Based on the video I’m guessing the line the Cabela’s kit came with may be junk. Was wondering if I should just try new line on current rod, or get the Remington. Thoughts?
I wish I was seeing this a few months ago. I picked up and 8wt encounter for the tx inland flats and I was disappointed (more because I am accustomed to better equipment then anything the combo did). I am ordering a new line in hopes of an improvement but I am also considering a much higher quality rod before next season.
@@Madriveroutfitters thanks for the feedback and info. I did order a rio winter resfish line. I hope it's an improvement. As for the rod, I will be giving it (the entire combo once I can get it to cast) to someone that wants to start out. I plan on a new rig this spring. I am doing my research now trying to decide exactly what equipment I will buy.
Which one of these Redington combos would you recommend for a very beginning fly fisher? I'm in lower Alabama and will do mainly pond / lake for panfish or bass. Going to north Georgia in the future as well and might do river fishing too. Thanks so much. Love all your videos.
I'm in Mobile. I think I'm going to order this combo from MRO. It is more than I was planning to spend but I think I will grow into it instead of out of it.
I'm in the market for an 8wt rod, im still very new to fly fishing. Might be a dumb question but my question is what are the advantages and disadvantages to a 2/3/4 piece rod, other than storage or travel. Does it even make much of difference? Thanks in advance.
He said in some video, I cant remember the name, but the connections have gotten so good in recent years that it doesnt matter on a good rod. I have a 4 piece rod and I see no problem. Just put it on crooked and twist it on
Thanks for watching. Please contact the folks at the shop directly with any and all questions and they will be happy to help. You can e-mail them or call them. They do not monitor the comments here but of course monitor the shop 24/7.
Which one of these would you recommend for multiple uses and perhaps just change the line? I want to learn how to fly fish and be able to teach my son!
Nice video, I’m going to get 9’ 8 wt for my first fly rod I usually catch regular sized reds and trouts but would this be good for bass as well I’m freshwater?
Total newbie here. Love fishing spinning reals but can't get fly fishing outta my head. Which of these kits would you recommend for someone who will spend most of their time on lakes in the southeast? The bass version is my first thought but I'll probably see more panfish like brim, bluegill & crappie and didn't want to overlook the trout version if that would be more appropriate for these.
i want to learn how to flyfish. now, if i get the saltwater combo, i would be able to use it also for fresh water? and what would be the heaviest catch it could get withouth breaking?
Bought the 9’ 5wt Wally World combo… now ready to buy, but don’t want a 30 year mortgage on a fly rod combo that I’ll use int the sierra’s twice a year, Branson once every 10 years. I live in Conroe, TX. What do you recommend?
i have a cabelas prestige beginner combo kit, how does it compare.....ive used it couple years, looking at going to a 3 wt or 4 wt rod..any suggestions.....and as for the prstige, i do have trouble casting, will probably go out and get some good line tom and replace whats on
What kind of version of this kit you would suggest is the best for pike fishing? In sweetwater lakes and rivers? I thought of the 9wt cold water version?
I was looking at the Clearwater combo from Orvis which is a little more expensive (not much more). Would you recommend the Redington over one of those? Thank you for the video!
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I'm brand new (a minnow) to fly fishing. I catch a lot of panfish (incl Crappie) what size/wt/etc would you recommend for that type of fishing? Also are the other Redington kits (Vice) acceptable? Thanks
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How do you match the fly line to the rod if you don’t know what the rod weights. Paints wore off, and I found this on the side of the rode about 30 years ago. I’m finally getting into fly fishing. Thank you
If you know the name of the rod i.e. Sage, Redington, Orvis etc. just bring it to a local sport store and they will be able to research with their main companies. They will find the weight of the line for your rod. It will be important for you to know the nos. of section, the overall length of the rod , nos. of guides, colour of the rod etc. Good luck!
You mentioned preferring a 7 weight for bass. Here in Texas some bass get decent sized. I only have a 4 weight I use in CO for trout, do you think the 7 is still a better choice than the 8 weight?
Don’t wanna sound stupid or anything but would the bass combo work for steelhead? Meaning line, real, rod. New to the sport so don’t know much. East coast fisher
Redington really put some soul into these kits, love to see it. I often recommend people put together their own kits, and sometimes it puts them off a little. Having a usable kit on the market is going to bring so many new people into the sport, and keep them here.
We totally agree. This was a much needed step for the industry!!!!
Just spent tons of money wish I saw this video sooner 🤦🏻♂️
@@Madriveroutfitterswhen are these trout kits going to be back in stock?
This is exciting! I own a Redington Path outfit (9' 5-wt) and it's a joy to use, I can't imagine how much fun these new outfits are to use.
The Path outfits are great for the money, but these are "next level".
I got one of the trout field kits for my first fly fishing combo. I’ve already caught Bass, Sunfish, and Carp with it! Loving it.
Thanks for watching and thanks for the support!
Sunnies on a fly rod are super fun. I once used a Betts popper until it was only the hook and a little piece of cork were left.
How is it catching sunfish on the bass rod.. debating between the bass and the lighter rod.. but I will be fishing for small and large bass more frequently.... thoughts?
By far the best discussion of fly fishing kits I’ve ever seen. As a 60 year veteran of fly fishing all over the US( 25 years,many rivers in Montana alone), in several other countries, in all kinds of waters from farm ponds to the pelagic, I am the owner of 20 plus fly fishing outfits from 8’4w to 10’12w in fiberglass,graphite, bamboo,etc. but I’m likely to buy one of the Redington kits just because your presentation is so convincing !
Just ordered one though your shop. I'm brand new to fly fishing. Excited/ nervous to get started. I was looking at the under $200 combo's but this review changed my mind real quick.
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Sold! Just ordered one from your shop. Honestly the aesthetics was what made me choose it over other kits.
Thanks for the support! Aesthetics matter!
Thank you for the recommendation. I recently got back into fly fishing after about 15 years and felt I could buy a new setup. This has kit has taken all the “work” out of my game. This setup has been a joy to use. My older setup is a Sage. This Redington trout kit is still my favorite
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I was specifically looking for a reel that would stop a dumptruck full of bricks 😂 Nice video and thank you!
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Reddington is great, bought 2 combos from them several years ago (Path 8wt and Path 4wt). Love how they come with fantastic Rio line and Rio leaders. Awesome to see that they are continuing to offer quality products and seem to be stepping up their introductory products.
Redington makes some of the best "kits" in the business. No question. Thanks for watching.
I ordered the Trout kit today from Mad River Outfitters. I am glad I can help support what appears to be a great company. I am stoked to actually finally learn to fly fish. Thank you Brian for all your videos.
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I can't believe they preload these with Rio lines ! 😮 Just an excellent starter kit. 😎👍
Some of the best offered. Now if we could just get some!
$359 for a setup DONE gets one out the door and on the water to find success. Putting one together by oneself costs FAR MORE and tests one's patience, mostly. I would pay this amount if I hadn't already paid a HECK of a lot more even shopping garage sales and this fly shop that sells garage sale fishing equipment. There are 'good' fly fishermen there to help a bit but this channel is saving me tons of money and saving me from reinventing the WHEEL if you get my drift...grins. Brian is my favorite fishing guru. Huggs, Brian.
Thanks so much for watching. He sends Huggs back!!!!
Was reading a recent book about Daniel Boone “ BLOOD AND TREASURE” Mad River was the center of the action several places in the book.
Thanks for sharing.
My first fly rod setup was a crosswater and what a great inexpensive rod to learn on, I use a 9'6 path for steelhead fishing still and allways reccomend reddignton to people who ask. Best bang for your buck period.
They make some really great rods....and reels.....at great prices. Thanks for watching.
Timing in life is everything...I was just talking with a friend whose teenage son wanted to learn how to fish, and he knows nothing about fishing. I told him getting a first fishing rig is similar to learning how to play guitar...if you get a cheap guitar that is hard to play, it usually discourages learning how to play it. One doesn't need to spend a grand on a first outfit, especially if you're not sure that they will continue with the sport, but getting something decent so the learning curve isn't painful or discouraging is important.
Well said Ed! Thanks for being here.
Thank you for your videos! I'm getting excited to start fly fishing this coming season!
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I got the Redington Path outfit from you guys when I first started. Still working on bringing a friend of mine to the dark side, and once I succeed, I’ll definitely encourage him to get one of these new ones!
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Lmao that's funny..
my friend says I brought him to the darkside when I got him into using baitcasters..
I'm working on getting him into fly fishing so he can truly taste the power of the darkside lol
I recently got into fly fishing with a
Let us know if we can help!
20 years , and my FS Redington 5 weight and reel still rocking. Excellent stuff, you cant beat this value above !
Thanks for watching. Redington does a great job.
I bought the Redington after watching this video. I love it. Just gotta learn how to cast it 😹 Thanks boys!
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Just purchased this kit from Mad River Outfitters! I'm basically completely new to fly fishing, and the learning curve is going to be steep, but with the help from Brian Flechsig I believe I'll become a decent fly fisherman with some patience and a lot of practice. I did buy a fly rod/reel from Academy 6 years ago or so, it was crap and I quickly went back to bait casters and spinners. Really am enjoying all the videos, the presentation, knowledge and no BS attitude is refreshing.
You’ll love it! I commented above, but I bought the trout kit a few months ago for my first fly setup. I’ve already caught bass, sunfish, and carp on it!
Phil, I like Brian grew up out West fly fishing - even young kids can pick this stuff up and do it. I wish I had this kind of gear when I first learned - it'll be fine, you will quickly get into the Zen of fly fishing before you know it.
Thanks for the review and recommendation. I'm new to fly fishing and learning how to fly fish through your videos. Outstanding customer service!! the kit is on backorder and the young man who answered the phone must have looked at four screen to confirm you have kits shipping tomorrow or Monday. WOW!! thanks again from North Carolina!!!
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Love Reddington kit. My first Pike fly rod was a Reddington and I still have it. I also landed my PB on that rod. The trout and the costal kit look great and that Behemoth reel is awesome. Great kits.
Thanks for watching. They really are great kits!
I got the Redington Vice combo (9" 4 WT) for like $340 and its AMAZING. Similar to the kits Brian talks about in this video. Awesome combo for the money and their warranty is fantastic. I've caught an absolute ton of fish on it and its a joy to use. I will use Reddington the rest of my life.
They do a pretty good job at most everything they do. Great company.
I love my path. Put good line and I build my own leaders, couldn't be happier. I'm actually looking to get a 9wt for pike and musky here in MN. Going to call you guys about the Tropical vs the Coastal. This is right up my alley.
Give a shout to the shop and they will be happy to help. Thanks.
Just Bought this for my husbands birthday. He is a great fisherman and wants to start fly fishing! I can't wait for him to open it up in May. I will keep you posted :)
Thanks for thinking of us. Stay tuned and stay in touch.
We're still waiting for the update......
That's fantastic. If a beginner, go with one of these. You will literally skip a financial step or two needed to take your game to the next level after getting those strokes down.
Thanks for watching and for backing us up here.
That looks like a great 8wt outfit
They are really an excellent value….all of them.
So glad i found your page! So much help . Much appreciated!
Thanks for watching!
I took your advice and purchased the trout field kit. I received it today and immediately took it to the side yard and the difference between it and the "kit" my dumbass brother -in-law gave me was instantly noticeable. Two or three casts with it and I could easily make a 30 yard casts, after struggling with the cheap POS.. The fly line that comes with the kit seems to work like magic. Thanks for the recommendation.
Thanks for the support and happy to help!
Mine just arrived today. Stoked to get out in the river tomorrow
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I've fished a 7wt Redington combo I put together in Alaska back on '08 almost exclusively. It slayed up there, and I've sworn by Redington ever since; it's the Glock of fly rods. Now that I'm back in the lower '48 with smaller fish, I wanted something smaller to have fun out there. Based on this video, I bought the field kit 5 wt. Can't wait to try it out!
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Had a friend buy a fly fishing kit from Walmart because it was on clearance for like $10.
He came to me a few months later asking what line to put on it because his wife had been vacuuming and caught the tip of the line in the vacuum cleaner and chewed it all up.
So I gave him a Rio line I had taken off a reel to put a different line on and I said, "Here, try this."
Next time he seen me he said that it casts so different from the line that was on there. I just smiled and said wait until you cast with a quality rod.
Haven't had a chance to go fishing with him yet as he injured his hand last year and is just now getting to where he can fish again.
The fly line is so, so, so important. Thanks for sharing.
On the rod in front of the cork grip there will be a number printed, i.e. 890-4 which means; wt. 8 rod, 90 means a rod 9' long and 4 means 4 sections. In this case the rod takes an 8wt. fly line.
thanks!! i think youve helped me find my first fly set up. hard to pick between the trout or bass combo.
Give us a call if we can consult further. Always happy to help.
“It’s revolutionary!!”😂😂😂
Thanks for watching.
This is exactly what I needed!
Happy to help!
That is actually a very good deal, I'm going to order one.
Hopefully back in stock soon. 144 on order!
I have a crosswater combo that probably caught me 30 fish at Mono. I think I'm going to look into one of these next.
Let us know if we can help and thanks for watching.
I had planned on getting the Orvis Clearwater set, but I might have to go this route.
Let us know how we can help!
“stop a dump truck, filled with bricks or something..” haha I’d love to see that
Stay tuned.
Yes.. I have the trout and salmon rig. And they are very nice....
They indeed are. Thanks for watching.
@@Madriveroutfitters thank you for all the information 🙏🎣🇺🇲🎯
I have bait fished tributaries since I could walk, but this fly fishing gives me a feeling almost similar to bow hunting.
That was a good review for the bunch of starter kits I mean truly. I was impressed with that I would think about getting a bass or yes costal set up ya never know ya might be in need some day . Thanks positive
Thanks for watching. We'd be happy to send one to you.....or two.
Enjoy learning from your lessons.
We appreciate you being here.
Spot on Brian 👍🎏
Good Luck too all on the water!!
The Vermonter
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Learned how to fly fish on one of those Wally World reels preloaded with line and leader, slapped it on a “combo” 9 foot rod…no idea what weight it is.I do pretty good. Going out for a few hours tomorrow with it. One of these days I’ll upgrade it, but it’s worked out pretty good for the last 3 years….
Thanks for watching and let us know when ready for an upgrade.
Just ordered the Coastal Field Kit. Can’t wait to target California halibut!
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Great deal! I hope they make a euro nymphing combo next
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I have the Redington Path Outfit in #8, but I fish it with another Intermediate line/leader and I love that rod/reel combo.
The Path outfits are GREAT for the money. No question.
Just got this combo, never casted before and first try I could cast 30+ feet
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love the in depth review
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Thanks for watching!!!
This guy is soooo helpful. I’m glad I found this channel. Yay for useful information! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
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@@Madriveroutfitters thank you for all the lessons. I’m preparing for my first guided trip in Yellowstone. The videos have helped A LOT! I hope to get a guided tour through y’all one day too. 😎🙏
@@tommym.1412 Thanks again and stay in touch.
I just got one of these kits. Can’t wait to use it!
@@tommym.1412 Thanks for the support! We appreciate it.
I've been fly fishing since I was a kid.
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Subscribed , great product review .
Appreciate you being here.
Great information.
Thank you
Thanks for watching.
I love my Run reel!
As you should!!!
Looks like a fantastic setup
For the money, they are truly exceptional.
@@Madriveroutfitters I think I may go with this setup. I’m a total newbie fly fisherman. I’m trying to figure out Where to start. It’s hard to decide amongst all the choices, especially for someone that knows he doesn’t know much.
@@davidbundesen5867 I was just a newbie myself. I got a path combo; if this was available, I would have gotten something like this. It’s such a good setup to price.
Your videos are very informative. Thank you. However, I wouldn’t combine the sales terms beginner and premium. Can’t have one without the other.
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Thanks for your time! KANSAS
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What about the Bass version
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how is the line on a path? im a beginner and ive been looking at either a crosswater or path.
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Hi Brian thank you for the update
I’m wondering if i can use Redington Salmon Field Kit - 9' 8wt 4pc combo for fishing Trout too ??!!!
Thanks for watching. You'll need to contact the shop with a question like that. Call or e-mail them and they will be happy to help.
Are there any good kits for the other gear necessary to get started? I already got a rod/reel/line. I’m looking for a kit with a decent quality bag, net, flies, fly box, hemp stats, etc.
Sure! Give a call to the shop and they can help you out.
thank you for this! im not in the position to even drop the money for these but this will be my next set up! i bought a orvis encounter when they went on sale for 70 bucks!! its a 8 weight and i know its not ment for saltwater but i got it for that. anyone have recommendations on things i can change on this combo to make it perform at its best in the keys?! ill be going there for the first time ever and i want to see how i do catching stuff like snook and permit
Give a call or email to the shop and they will be happy to help. That’s what they do!
Had I known then what I know now, I would have spent the extra money for a quality setup!!
Look forward, not back! We’d be happy to help!
How would this compare to the Orvis Clearwater combo?
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I am thinking of buying either the salmon or one of the saltwater field kits. Which would you prefer for someone who recently moved to Alaska? Thanks in advance!
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Question, If your trying to fish from the beach in the surf, would the tropical or coastal be better?
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How would you compare the 5wt Field Kit to the 5wt Echo Traverse kit. I'm a relatively inexperienced trout fisherman. Thanks
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Brian, first thanks for your previous post. I'm a Semi beginner returning to fly fishing. My old as set up, as in very old, but still looks new, is a Scott 9 ft 4 weight G904-46, or 4G-2467 2 piece rod and a Ross Cimarron 4 wt. I'm curious what you would l or should I replace it with? I find now a days the 4 piece rods are as you point out travel better in all respects and are as good or better than the historical 2 piece. I have a budget that allows me to go from just under 1k to a bit more. What might your recommendations be? Thanks You greatly once again for your giving us the breath of your experience. l for one can't say enough about what I've learned. And how you answered long running assumptions I had as to their reality and your demystifying numerous aspects of the sport. Just call me "Red" lol though now it's white.
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I bought a 8wt path and I love that outfit. Would purchasing a tropical field kit be a decent upgrade? I fish the flats around Tampa Bay and my path is amazing.
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Is 5WT the smallest? Also, how would you say this compares to the Orvis Clearwater?
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Can tell you right now, Clearwater not bad but it's a practice kit compared to Reddington's offerings in the entry/intermediate classes.
I dont know if they have a combo for it, but I've seen 2 and 3 weights
I'm between this one and the clear water combo, can you please tell me what will be your got to? Thanks (I'm a beginner fly fisherman with lots of spinning fishing experience)
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I love this channel
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Great video! I"m looking to get into fly fishing, never tried it before. I go after some beefy steelhead. Which of these field kits would you recommend for big trout? Thanks
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8wt for big steelhead perfect tbh
“You can find some real junk out there”. Indeed you can. Thank you
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Redington trout field kit or orvis Clearwater outfit which one is the most worth buying?
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The Bass kit is mine!
Good choice!
I got a Cabela’s kit a number of years ago - 8 1/2’ Sweetwater rod 6-7 wt with 6wt weight forward line. Supposedly for trout and bass. Haven’t had a chance to use it as much as I hoped, but retired now and plan to use it more, here in the fly fishing meca of central Iowa😊. Still using the same line and backing it came with. This Redington kit sounds like it could be quite a step up from that. Based on the video I’m guessing the line the Cabela’s kit came with may be junk. Was wondering if I should just try new line on current rod, or get the Remington. Thoughts?
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@@Madriveroutfitters will do, thanks
I wish I was seeing this a few months ago. I picked up and 8wt encounter for the tx inland flats and I was disappointed (more because I am accustomed to better equipment then anything the combo did). I am ordering a new line in hopes of an improvement but I am also considering a much higher quality rod before next season.
A better line will help immensely. A better rod a bit.
@@Madriveroutfitters thanks for the feedback and info. I did order a rio winter resfish line. I hope it's an improvement. As for the rod, I will be giving it (the entire combo once I can get it to cast) to someone that wants to start out. I plan on a new rig this spring. I am doing my research now trying to decide exactly what equipment I will buy.
Which one of these Redington combos would you recommend for a very beginning fly fisher? I'm in lower Alabama and will do mainly pond / lake for panfish or bass. Going to north Georgia in the future as well and might do river fishing too. Thanks so much. Love all your videos.
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@@Madriveroutfitters sent an email. Thanks so much!!
I'm in Mobile. I think I'm going to order this combo from MRO. It is more than I was planning to spend but I think I will grow into it instead of out of it.
@@ramenstreetblues6917 Good idea and thanks for the support! 👍
I'm in the market for an 8wt rod, im still very new to fly fishing. Might be a dumb question but my question is what are the advantages and disadvantages to a 2/3/4 piece rod, other than storage or travel. Does it even make much of difference? Thanks in advance.
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He said in some video, I cant remember the name, but the connections have gotten so good in recent years that it doesnt matter on a good rod.
I have a 4 piece rod and I see no problem. Just put it on crooked and twist it on
@@BassMaster.454 That is correct sir.
Are these still the best bang for your buck for beginners? Looking at getting my feet wet into fly fishing.
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How does this one compare to the TFO NXT Black Label?
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Which one of these would you recommend for multiple uses and perhaps just change the line? I want to learn how to fly fish and be able to teach my son!
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My first reel
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Nice video, I’m going to get 9’ 8 wt for my first fly rod I usually catch regular sized reds and trouts but would this be good for bass as well I’m freshwater?
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Total newbie here. Love fishing spinning reals but can't get fly fishing outta my head. Which of these kits would you recommend for someone who will spend most of their time on lakes in the southeast? The bass version is my first thought but I'll probably see more panfish like brim, bluegill & crappie and didn't want to overlook the trout version if that would be more appropriate for these.
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i want to learn how to flyfish. now, if i get the saltwater combo, i would be able to use it also for fresh water? and what would be the heaviest catch it could get withouth breaking?
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Bought the 9’ 5wt Wally World combo… now ready to buy, but don’t want a 30 year mortgage on a fly rod combo that I’ll use int the sierra’s twice a year, Branson once every 10 years. I live in Conroe, TX. What do you recommend?
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i have a cabelas prestige beginner combo kit, how does it compare.....ive used it couple years, looking at going to a 3 wt or 4 wt rod..any suggestions.....and as for the prstige, i do have trouble casting, will probably go out and get some good line tom and replace whats on
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i wish the reel was silver tho
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Any input on the Redington Crosswater 476-4 and the crosswater reel?
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What kind of version of this kit you would suggest is the best for pike fishing? In sweetwater lakes and rivers? I thought of the 9wt cold water version?
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What would be a good all around kit for a complete beginner?
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I was looking at the Clearwater combo from Orvis which is a little more expensive (not much more). Would you recommend the Redington over one of those? Thank you for the video!
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Hey could you do a video on ultimate trout load out. Like you did for the steelheadd trip you did.
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I'm brand new (a minnow) to fly fishing. I catch a lot of panfish (incl Crappie) what size/wt/etc would you recommend for that type of fishing? Also are the other Redington kits (Vice) acceptable? Thanks
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How do you match the fly line to the rod if you don’t know what the rod weights. Paints wore off, and I found this on the side of the rode about 30 years ago. I’m finally getting into fly fishing. Thank you
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If you know the name of the rod i.e. Sage, Redington, Orvis etc. just bring it to a local sport store and they will be able to research with their main companies. They will find the weight of the line for your rod. It will be important for you to know the nos. of section, the overall length of the rod , nos. of guides, colour of the rod etc. Good luck!
You mentioned preferring a 7 weight for bass. Here in Texas some bass get decent sized. I only have a 4 weight I use in CO for trout, do you think the 7 is still a better choice than the 8 weight?
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Could you use the bass one to trout fish as well
I go to the mountains on occasion but would be bass fishing more often
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@@Madriveroutfitters thank you I will
Don’t wanna sound stupid or anything but would the bass combo work for steelhead? Meaning line, real, rod. New to the sport so don’t know much. East coast fisher
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