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So I don't really know anyone who fly fishes, but I'm tired of waiting to find someone.  I've got the urge to learn.  There unfortunately are tons of rods.  I would like a little information/recommendation for a first timer like myself.  I would be targeting panfish, but there's always the chance at catching bass as well.

I would like a rod/reel setup for a budget, but one that would still be able to last me a few years before I grow out of it.

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Rod showed up today!  Time to google some lessons.

Have fun Chris. Lots of stuff on You Tube on fly fishing.

  Go to it, yeah, YouTube is a good place to start............Don in SC

chris  I guess by now you know you have a lot of guys here that will help out.. all you have to do is say-- HELP!!!!

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