Essential Flyfisher have more fly rods in stock than any other store in Australia. We have hundreds. In just 8, 9 and 10 weights we have over 90 in stock and as lockdown backs off in Australia anglers will be traveling more - especially with saltwater fishing.
Why do you need heavy rods? Big rods and heavy lines are essential to cast big bulky flies. Mass in a line is needed to tow big flies - and big flies are needed for fish - such as mulloway, barramundi, carp, tuna, salmon, permit, flathead and more. James covers a few scenarios.
Saltwater flyfishing - what a whole lot of fun that can be! Big fish, warm weather, sun and salt, what more do you want!
One of my favorite things about saltwater flyfishing is the simplicity in gear. You can fish all day in most cases with the same fly pattern and catch many different species, depending on where you are. However Saltwater flyfishing can be very taxing on gear. It is not uncommon for people on a remote saltwater fishing trip to take a few spare rods. Airflo's Beast rods are probably the best value outfits we have seen, whilst also being top performers.
Many saltwater species are known to be very explosive in their fights. Pair this up with a rough environment and big heavy dumbbell eyed flies, and you have yourself a great equation for broken rods.
A good way to avoid being rod-less on your trip away is to have a backup rod or three in your quiver. And Beasts also have a spare tip, so even on a bad day you should be ok.
Airflo make budget priced rods that are fantastic performers - especially the saltwater rod option. The Beast fits in here, and it is a great fly rod as a backup or even a first-choice rod. Available weights include; 8, 9 and 10wt.
Why you need an 8wt; If you plan on fishing for mangrove jacks and smaller inshore saltwater species among the mangroves - or salmon, tailor, flathead on the sand flats, with small to medium flies, then an 8wt is a great choice.
Why you need a 9wt; If you plan on fishing inshore and some offshore, chasing some bigger fish species like permit, mackerel, bigger barra etc. then a 9wt would be a good choice. It is perfect for those inshore spots where you just don’t know if you’re going to hook a 1 kg or a 30 kg fish.
Why you need a 10wt; If you plan on spending more time off shore or along the coast hunting larger fish species then you will want at least a 10wt, especially if you plan fishing for larger mackerel, and trevally species etc.
The Freshwater Fisher.
Same deal here with mass of flies and lines directly connected. Big flies need to be towed by heavier lines and consequently heavier rods. Eight weights rods are great for medium sized flies.
However, if you spend more time fishing impoundments and using big fat wind resistant or heavier flies, then I would recommend going for a 9 or 10wt. The heavier rod/line will allow you to cast bigger flies with ease, especially on windy days, as well as have more grunt to stop the bigger fish. The 9 and 10wts are also good options in the rivers because you never know when that metre fish will turn up!
We have many options - some with better reels and lines. Check them out below. If you want to know more, just give us a call.
Airflo Beast 8, 9, 10 weight combos from $395 all inclusive.
