My first real bit of gear came courtesy of that necessity of all small budgets, eBay. Not wanting to add too much to the hoard of expensive gear that would sit around unused after yet another excursion into the real of “fad hobby” (The boogie board and wetsuits had long gone, but the rackets and other evidence of “try-hard” sporting moments were well and truly at the back of the shed). I purchase a $20 4/5 weight 3 piece rod and a $20 reel.
Within a week Mike had spooled on some line and I was ready, done and sorted. Now what? I went out and started one of my grass sessions. These sessions were to be the staple part of my spare time for the next twelve months, not to mention a huge source of amusement to family, friends and neighbours.
The shouts of “You’ll never get anything there” or “Try somewhere wetter” or “Mmmmuuuuummm! Dad’s doing that thing again!” always brought a grin but also the realization I needed to try the real thing. I just wanted to make sure I didn’t look a goose when the time came.
Within the year I had progressed to my first "Name Brand" purchase. A Sage Launch. 9 foot of olive graphite goodness. 4 pieces even. Now I was set.
Wasn't I?
I had the right gear now. No excuses. watch out trout.
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