I've used both Batson and Dan's rods quite a bit--in fact, they are my favorite 2 lines of rods. I just hadn't heard how the Forecast spey blanks were. I know the Forecast blanks are OK, and have built them for many of my family and friends. My bad there, I didn't specify the Forecast spey blanks specifically.
I agree Dan is a great guy. He got me hooked up with my 6 wt FTL, and I love it. It is a terrific rod and I will listen to his opinions, for sure.
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