On Wed, 18 Jul 2007 11:31:58 -0600, MattMika wrote:

On Wed, 18 Jul 2007 11:22:27 -0600, MattMika
wrote:

Forgot to mention, the 7/8 wt. rod I have is not a two hander, but
does have about a 1.5 cork butt plate. Also the reel I'd use if
possible is a flueger medalist 1495, rated for 7,8, & 9 wts. I
believe.

Thanks,
Matt Mika

You don't need a two hander. An 8 weight rod with a small fighting butt should
be fine. You're not going to be casting the budgies you throw at Muskies, and
there should be plenty of room to fight/chase down steelies.

Otherwise - and someone will torch me for this, for sure - but I suggest you
consider a better reel than the venerable 1495 where you're planning on going.

/daytripper (your reel-hand knuckles will thank you later....)