[Barry Robertson]

Morning,

Does anyone have any modified or short / light fly rods for a youngster to try, the child in question is 4. Very early I know but thought I would start him early..
He manages the spinning rod ok so next thing I thought would be for a fly rod to try in the garden, any help ,much appreciated 

[Rob Brownfield]

Sorry, can't help, but I was thinking. Would it make sense to get him one of the practice rods that the likes of Orvis does?

Short and light, no chance of getting a fly in the eye, and you could play "accuracy" games with him with the foam fish it comes with. The bright colours of the "line" etc might keep him interested, and he will be developing his cast as well.

http://www.orvis.co.uk/p/practicaster/2nj6

Other versions are available too

[Derek Roxborough]

I bought my 7 yr old G/Daughter a 7ft 3wt Shakespear, it was £25 with it's tube delivered, light enough for small people and good enough to put out a nice line ,  not a lot for a decent rod, Derek Roxborough

[Terry Coging]

Derek - I was thinking along those lines for my 7 y/o Gt G Daughter. I looked at my 8' #4 but a shade to big. No Lochs around here but the canal is a short walk away and full of Perch to practice on.

[Jim Eddie]

Bazz
I have one of those practice casting jobs, yours if you want it.

 

Jim

[Barry Robertson]

Thanks Jim very much appreciated, 
I can take you for a day on Lintrathen in return if you fancy it? I am back Friday for 3 ½ weeks 

[Jim Eddie]

Ok Baz , I will see when I can jump the reservation