Hey Bill,
Thanks again for the info on lines. I've tried the Teeny 150 gr on the 3-wt Redington RS2 - works like a champ when the surf doesn't have a lot of left/right swing to it. I haven't tried the Rio WF4F/S yet - looks like a good candidate for a fast 2- or 1-wt. Any thoughts on other running line products (besides Amnesia) for the light fly rods?
Scaling the flies down with the tackle seems to be important for getting the light fly rods to cast well - big, bushy patterns generally don't fair well. I typically cast a triple-fly tippet for the surf, sometimes up to 5 on a dropper-type tippet when the winds & surf are cooperative (oh yeah, these produce multiple hook-ups & fish as well!).
I understand the shop side of the sporting business & realize your need to support your customers in the best way possible without compromising your business. I wouldn't advocate that a newbie to the surf use anything less than a 5- or 6-wt in the surf without getting up on the learning curve first. Shops like yours help us fly fishing enthusiasts figure out how get the most out of the fly fishing experience whereever our journeys take us.
Thanks again - appreciate your help & the great community on this board!
Mark
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