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[Jedwards36]

Can I use a 5-6 weight for size 1 bass bugs and 4-5 pound bass? Or do in need a 7-8 weight?

[webertime]

Until recently all I used for bass was a 6wt. It should be fine. An 8wt is pretty nice to have for the bigger bushier flies.

[0119]

You'll be fine even though lots of experts will tell you, you have to have an 8 or 9. I never use more than a 6wt for bass reds or snook. Ive got a buddy who uses a 4wt and catches snook all the time and he manages to throw bigger than a size 1 without much trouble. You might not get big distance but it'll work fine.

[Capt.Bob]

5-6 will work, I have no trouble with a 7 weight, but if I had my choice and could set one up again, I'd go with an 8 weight, it does have an advantage in the wind,

[Jedwards36]

Thanks, I can throw a bass bug (size 6-2) pretty well. So thanks again for the tips!