How Much is too Much
I knew I had a chart somewhere that matched the weight of weighted eyes (barbell, bead chain, and others) to the weight of the fly line being cast. For months I searched to no avail. But I found it at last.
Again this provided by Temple Fork Outfitters that seems to be in the process of introducing a whole new lineup of rods- different names and likely different technology, meaning this could be a reasonable time to pick up a deal on an old rod such as the BVK (designed by and named for Bernard V. “Lefty” Kreh), the Mangrove (designed by Flip Pallot), the Impact Series and the old reliable Lefty Kreh Professional Series II- the cheapest of the lot but a remarkable rod.
The weights are:
-Micro 1/120th oz.
-Mini 1/80th oz.
-X-small 1/50th oz.
-Small 1/30th oz.
-Medium 1/24th oz.
The suitable combinations are:
| 5-wt. line | Micro, Mini and X-small |
| 6-wt. line | Micro, Mini and X-small |
| 7-wt. line | Micro, Mini and X-small |
| 8-wt. line | Micro, Mini, X-small, and Small |
| 9-wt. line | Micro, Mini, X-Small, Small and Medium |
| 10-wt. line | Micro, Mini, X-Small, Small and Medium |
Of course, you are free to use the weight eyes you want for the condition but the above chart gives you an idea of how to maximize your casting.
By the way Bob Clouser wrote about this on behalf of Temple Fork Outfitters.
Enjoy and now get outside and practice.
