WTB: 10wt rod and reel

[hmarchetti]

Hi all-
Looking for a 10 weight outfit (rod and reel) primarily for salt water use. I am looking for a decent fast action rod with a solid reel that can handle the salt and a drag that can handle the fish that swim in it... (tarpon, permit, bonefish, etc.) My approximate budget is $600 for the outfit, let me know what you've got!
*Would like to buy both rod and reel together, but will consider buying separate

Thanks,
Henry

[Bill Kiene semi-retired]

https://www.redington.com/fly-fishing-rods/predator

The Redington 'Predator' salt water series at $299 new with a lifetime warranty is our pick for a value rod that works.



http://www.waterworks-lamson.com/fly-reels/guru/

Waterworks Guru 4 at $269 is a great choice.



Then check with Jim Christensen at Kiene's American Fly Fishing for the best fly line once you have a trip planned.




A 10 weight outfit is good for medium Tarpon, Trevally, Jacks, Barracuda, Roosterfish and Dorado.


Most popular size rods for salt water flats fishing are 8, 9 and 10.

12 weights are good for big Tarpon, giant Giant Trevally, Tuna, Sailfish and Marlin.

[dynaflow]

Bill's rod recommendation sounds good.Consider pairing it with Redington's 9/10 Behemoth reel for $129.95 and pocket the change.This reel will accommodate up to 400 yards of 50lb.braid backing plus your fly line.Did I mention the 30lb.drag?...add Rio's 400grain GT line for big nasties.Good luck!
Cheers