In case anyone else is looking at the Affinity X for euro nymphing, I went with the 2wt 11'. IMHO this is a top of the line hybrid fly rod that can both euro nymph as well as cast traditional techniques. For those looking for more sensitivity I'd even consider a 0wt X although I've never tried one. There's a full review of the rod here in case it helps anyone in the future:
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Proof has one for $80.00, but I've never tried it. There's a list of some blank manufacturers here in case it helps
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Thanks again for the input. Herb -- I just sent you a direct email. If for some reason you didn't get it let me know.
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Thanks for the responses so far. Any comments as to if the CTS 3wt could also act as a more general purpose rod as well (throw dries/droppers, floating indicator rigs, smaller streamers, etc.)? I have also been pondering a 3wt with a -1 tip (via CTS custom fly program). If anyone has thoughts on that configuration it's appreciated.
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Has anyone tried a CTS Affinity X in a euro nymphing (EN) configuration (2wt - 3wt, 10' - 11')? If so is it possible to describe the action to other EN sticks on the market (stiffer like Cortland comp, softer more mid-flex like Syndicate, somewhere in between like T&T)? Thanks
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I only have a handful of builds under my belt, but I've personally had the best luck with India Ink and a small detail brush. I've tried various types of paints as well (for example model car paint), but have found those to be too runny and translucent. Will be interested to see what other more seasoned builders say.
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Unfortunately in that price range I've yet to find a euro nymphing blank offered at over 10' since you mainly limited to "general purpose" blanks that happen to be #2 or #3 and 10'. What I've done in the past for these is to extend the butt section of the blank by 6" with a stint to get the 10' 6". However in that case you're obviously left with a butt section that's longer
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I've built a handful of "euro nymphing sticks" in the past year or so ranging from lower-end to high-end. A few questions on your build that may help determine a decent blank: - About much are you wanting to spend? Lower end I've seen for about 50$ and higher end are close to $400. - Do you care about the origin of the blank and the location of its manufacturer? If you want somethi
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