Don Phillipson wrote:
"Paul Lester" wrote in message
.. .

I want to fish some of the smaller lakes and ponds, from shore, for
panfish. Primarily bluegill, crappie, etc. From what I've read,
perhaps 5 weight or 6 weight would work for me, and I understand
that weight-forward line is better than single weight, or that
double taper is the best

Buy from a local FF specialist store, if there is one and
if you trust its advice. If not, choose a balanced outfit from
a reliable mail-order vendor for total cost over $100 and
under $250.

.. . . or Frank Church will send you a complete kit for free. ;-)
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TL,
Tim
(who loves ya, Franky?)
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