Mike,

Ditto the sentiments about committing to the fly. I did it this spring and haven't looked back! Never been skunked on the salt this year but once, and that's due solely to the fact that a lovely bluefish bit the fly clean off.

Check out http://outerbanksflyfishing.com/forum/default.asp. Apologies for linking to another FF board, but the scope there is aimed totally at saltwater flyfishing, with plenty of good folks who'll steer you in the right direction.

Best bet for Kitty Hawk is soundside. Clousers in black/orange, orange/white, any combo you can think of, and smallish shrimp patterns. And brown/copper flashdancers!!!

Good luck, PM if you need more info.

Marty