Sarted this project back in January to build the 6’6" 4 Pc 2wt on inspiration by Rick and Joe and their fun with the ultralight rods. I won’t take any close up pictures because I don’t want to embarras anyone with my craftsmanship, or lack of. Just got back from a quick run out during luch to give it a cast and I am very happy that I was able to cast both unweighted nymphs and small jigs(Little more difficult) but I was getting good distance and control. At least good enough for panfish! I can’t wait to catch a fish on this thing!
Nice job! I built a 5 piece 7 ft 2wt on a Dancraft blank and love it. Is that a Galvan reel on your 2 wt? How does it balance on such a short/light rod? I ended up using the J Austin Forbes Magnesium which only weighs 2.2oz and it balances perfectly. Anyway, nice job and I’m sure you’ll have loads of fun with your new “toy”.
Greg,
Joe Valencic built a 6’6" 2pc 2wt for me on a Forecast blank. First fish on it was a wild mountain stream brookie & have caught gills up to 9 1/2" on it. You’re gonna LOVE it! BTW, real nice pictures. Thanks for sharing.
Mike
It’s a Cabelas Aluminum LSR 1-2 wt reel. Weighs about 4.1 oz and I have it spooled with 25 yds of 20 dacron and 2wt DT Wonderline. Got a great deal on fathers day here at the St. Louis store. Reg 160.00 on sale for 95.00!
