Add shad to the list of uses for a 7 wt...just about right. The all-round rod cuts into profits; rod sellers want you to buy niche rods so they can sell you more of them, plus lines, reels, spools, cases..etc. Its like the old 16 Ga. shotguns, did alot well, but now everyone 'needs' a 12 and 20.... Niche rods are great, don't get me wrong- they push the envelope... but you can always follow Thoreau's advice, "Simplify, simplify"...

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[This message has been edited by backbeach (edited 09 September 2005).]