On Sun, 20 Mar 2005, Scott Seidman wrote:

Agree 100%. This isn't finesse casting. Unless you feel compelled to
spend alot of money, you don't really have to. I like my St. Croix Pro
8wt, at $100 with a lifetime warantee. I won't feel so bad if I crack it
with a size B split shot or 3.

I'll second that nomination. I've used the St. Croix Pro Graphite during
my time in Michigan and it certainly is a tough rod.

Mu