On Wed, 4 Oct 2006 21:17:56 -0600, "Fred Lebow"
wrote:

I don't mean to start the whole Walmart sucks thing again (but they do
:-), but here goes. I bought a Scientific Anglers rod from them a few
years ago, before I quit going there. I am a very novice fly caster and I
can tell you those low end rods from Walmart are the worst rod of any kind
I have ever used. There are plenty of economy rods out there that would be
better worth your money. Again, St. Croix has some nice casting rods and
combos in the price range Michael is looking for. Orvis too.

Jeremy Moe

I agree wholeheartedly.
Wal-Mart sucks!
For the most part they sell low end sh**
I also agree that there are many better economy rods available.

LLBean would also be a good place to search.
Some of their rods were or are made by Thomas & Thomas and are decent and
relatively inexpensive.

Fred

Um, doesn't Walmart carry some Orvis stuff?