Get the back issue of Fly Fisherman magazine that has an article about fishing the canals in and around Ft. Lauderdale for peacock bass, baby tarpon, etc. I think an 8 weight would work (may be able to get away with a 6 weight). The article was very well written and gave good advice about what to use (types of flies, leaders, etc.) and had maps of where to go.

Good luck!


Greg