Fly fishing: Is a 5-6 wt rod heavy enough for steelhead? My 7-8 wt rod decided it was time to just fall apart so I’m left with my 5-6 wt. I know it’s on the light end, but should it...

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Fly fishing: Is a 5-6 wt rod heavy enough for steelhead?

Jun 11, 2021 10:02:16 #

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My 7-8 wt rod decided it was time to just fall apart so I’m left with my 5-6 wt. I know it’s on the light end, but should it still work well?

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by SlimThiccDaddyMcGee

Jun 11, 2021 11:53:43 #

Spiritof27 Loc: Lincoln, CA

My opinion yes, but you better have a reel with a good drag. They will run like hell when first hooked. They don't have a lot of stamina (like most trout), but that first run is explosive and if you don't have a smooth strong drag they will break you off.

Jun 12, 2021 13:46:18 #

Salesrep Loc: Maryland

No, to light, just my opinion.
Salesrep

Jun 12, 2021 18:42:22 #

kyle1234 Loc: Roseville. Ca

I use my 8 weight particularly when I'm fishing big water.

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