I'm looking to build up a few inexpensive ~ 9' 6-8 wt. sticks for a few friends of mine to learn how to fly fish for Bones here in Hawaii. I'm guessing that beginners and weighted flies are going to be hard on tips. Any suggestions?

Thanks,

Erik

Erik,
You may want to build slightly heavier (7-9 wt) because of the weighted flies and the wind.
George

Hi Erik,
You may want to look at the Batson Forecast series, here is a link.
[www.schneidersrods.com]

Best wishes,
Ron Schneider
Schneider's Rod Shop
Mountain Home, Arkansas
[www.schneidersrods.com]
mtnron40@yahoo.com
870-424-3381

Thanks guys.

Hi Erik,

In case you haven't decided yet, take a look at our "Matrix" fly blank line. They are not expensive, very durable, and are outstanding casters. They load and unload well for casting larger flies and perfect for windy condistions. I use my 9' 8 wt. for salmon in the rivers and also cast large streamers for rockfish and lingcod in the salt. The woven graphite material in the butt will add power for casting while shutting off for fish-fighting. I constantly hear folks tell me they love these blanks and I believe them because I use them myself. With a life time warranty I believe they look better and out-perform anything it their class.

Hope you consider one some time.

Best Regards,

Darrin Heim
American Tackle Company

ERIK,

I don't mean to sound like a smart @#$, but what is inexpensive? IMHO it is a relative term. What is inexpensive to one may be expensive to another.

Anyway, I think that a 9' 8wt would be the best bet for bones in Hawaii. I have buddies that fish there, and an 8 or even a 9 would be the best IMHO. Beside, it will make teaching MUCH easier as well.

Take care,
Paul