My local tackle shop has got a pretty good selection i think. So it's a case of knowing what to ask for (i'm sure he'll do me a good deal - he usually does).
I'll also need to stock-up on flies. What would be a decent selection of types to get me up & running until i can get familiar with everything again??
Another question - do you think that Luke, at 8, could be taught to cast a fly rod, or is he a little young to begin ?
I am sure Luke could be taught but would need advice on a light outfit for him.
(For you not Luke)I like the Greys GRXI rod. Its 9 feet 6 with a 7 weight line rating. Mark is a Greys agent so could get the rod. I can find it for sale in South wales for £99. You tried this rod yesterday
Fly reel
Lots of fly lines out there. You were using a weight forward 7 intermediate yesterday with a 9 feet fluorocarbon leader 6lb b/s
If you can pick up an intermediate and floating line that should cover you for most of the fishing at Garnffrwd. Mark will probably throw in backing
Fly's a bit like collecting lures. yesterday you tried.
(Lures)
Black and green fritz goldhead
cat's whisker white and green
White and blue dog nobbler goldhead
Viva
Black tadpole goldhead
goldhead montana green and black
Damsel nymph
Jamie also suggested Diawl bach.
Pick up some lures and nymphs. The dry fly's can wait until the spring
Don't forget to get your rod licence, may be worth getting a day licence until the new licence year
Priest
landing net
forceps and snips
That will get you started
If I have missed anything I will add it later