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shelts9 · Joined: 08 Apr 2012 Posts: 5

Just wanted to introduce myself and say hi. I'm a complete novice (fished a few times) so I'll be asking some questions regarding equipment.in the coming weeks. I just got my license to fish in all waters, so the next thing to do, is get some gear.

I live in Shelton, and have access to a boat, but I'm very keen to explore lakes and ponds all over the state.

Thanks for reading.

perfect hook set · Joined: 24 Feb 2008 Posts: 1069 Location: Danbury

welcome

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fishfinder · Joined: 19 Jun 2011 Posts: 1672 Location: Naugatuck, Ct.

Welcome from someone who works in Shelton.
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Michael · Joined: 28 Jan 2012 Posts: 3823 Location: Bridgeport

Welcome to CTFT and the sport of fishing

CT_BASSman · Joined: 23 May 2011 Posts: 349

Welcome neighbor! I am a stones throw away in Derby.

ripline · Joined: 26 Feb 2012 Posts: 121 Location: Shelton

Welcome shelts9.

Ask away, hopefully someone here will be able to answer your questions.

Try to stop at TC Marine on River Rd. They may be able to help you out with some info as well.

DirtyDawg10 · Joined: 27 May 2009 Posts: 2238 Location: Granby, CT

Welcome aboard!

shelts9 · Joined: 08 Apr 2012 Posts: 5

Thanks for the warm welcome.

I apologize if i'm posting this in the wrong section.

I've been researching rods and reels but I'm not sure if I should get 2 rods, one for freshwater and one for salt water. As a beginner, is this necessary, or is there an alternate solution?

Now on to reels... should I start off with a spin caster or spinning? Can I use the same reel for both rods?

If anyone can recommend a great starter combo, i'd love to hear your suggestions.

Thanks

Michael · Joined: 28 Jan 2012 Posts: 3823 Location: Bridgeport

It is important to have different setups for fresh and saltwater. It also depends on what types of fish you're fishing for, the size of the fish that are out there, structure in the area you're fishing, and the size and weight of lures and bait you're throwing.

Michael · Joined: 28 Jan 2012 Posts: 3823 Location: Bridgeport

Other than researching for different types of lures and bait, it's also good to read fishing reports to see what people are catching the fish with.

ripline · Joined: 26 Feb 2012 Posts: 121 Location: Shelton

The rod/reel choice is all going to depend on your target species and price range.

I know you are from Shelton do you plan on;

1) fishing the lower river for stripers?
2) Lake Hous for bass?
3) Farm Mill for trout?
4) boat/shore or both?
5) the sound?
6) lures or bait?

I'd recommend you stop in a tackle shop and ask a few questions as well as put some gear in your hands. Make sure they feel right to you.

I'd be willing to help as well but need a little more info. I have a ton of gear but if I could only choose 1 rod/reel it would be a 3500-4000 class spinning reel and a 6'6" or 7' rod Med Heavy. Way too heavy for trout, ok to heavy for bass, ok for schoolies, light for chucking salt bait and big stripers and big blues from shore.

Send me a PM if you'd like and we can get more specific once we have an idea of your target.

shelts9 · Joined: 08 Apr 2012 Posts: 5

Hi Ripline,

I've only lived in Shelton for 5 years, so I was planning on a mixture to get out and see the sights, but after learning about all the different equipment, I think I need to just narrow it down so I can get our there and learn. I tend to get ahead of myself.

I'm going to find a couple of local places where I can catch either trout or bass to start with. Once i have more knowledge I might branch out and try catching different fish. I'll adjust my set up accordingly.

So now I know what I want to catch, I should start looking into the different types of bait/tackle used to catch bass or trout?

Would a medium action 7 foot rod, with a spinning reel be good to start with?

ripline · Joined: 26 Feb 2012 Posts: 121 Location: Shelton

No problem getting ahead of yourself, enthusiasm is a good thing!

If you are going to stick with bass/trout possibly go with an even shorter rod if you want to fish streams.

The Farm Mill is a nice place for trout but like most trout streams is a bit narrow so a long rod isn't necessary. Nells Rock has a bass and trout, Pink House cove on Lake Hous (rt 34 Derby) for bass, perch and other panfish.

Stop in TC Marine on River Rd in Shelton and take a look at the rods & reels they have in stock. See what feels right to you and ask them questions. Great people and very helpful.

I am local so let me know if there is anything I can help you with.

fishfinder · Joined: 19 Jun 2011 Posts: 1672 Location: Naugatuck, Ct.

If you want to get into some salt water let me know as I went a little crazy last year and bought more then I really needed as far as salt water poles and reels and would be willing to get rid of 1 set up very cheap to a new guy. Its a decent set up and will last you a long time. 9' pole med. Heavy with a bait runner reel. Ive caught stripers on it and blues.
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