hermit wrote:

I am looking to buy a 7' or 7 1/2 foot fly rod. I have an 8, 8.5, 9,
9.5 ranging from mid-flex to fast tip. I have read extensively about
various actions available to the point it has almost become
information overload. I realize that folks have their own
preferences, and a particular action will dictate how a fly is cast.
The rod will be used primarily for small stream trout and panfish.
Advice of friends consist of full flex or mid flex. I would apprecite
hearing from those using seven footers who would be willing to share
their expertise and advice. Top of my list is the Orvis Trout Bum 7'
full flex. Orvis will also produce a 6' full flex called The Flea
which seems interesting.

Thanks,

Dick
Check out Thomas & Thomas LPS 7' 3wt rod. Also 6'6" Diamondback
Diamondglas rod, S2 fiberglass but sweeeeeet caster on small streams.