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Anderson Nova
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I own an ACR 1215-4 Nova, and really like it as my "heavy" Midwest trout rod. I too fish some water that is fairly big and deep (though my back cast room is normally not as limited as you describe) Seems an underhanded cast would allow you to fish the longer rod well. I personally don't get a big charge out of 15" tailwater fish on a 6 or 7 weight spey, the 5-weight gives them a chance to show off a little and has ample backbone for the occasional big brown.Call Gary Anderson and talk it through with him. His 1174 and 1255 rods are really sweet. and he has other models too! I'd lean toward the 4 wt if your average fish is less than 17 or 18 inches and you aren't trying to throw cheeseburgers at them. :hihi:
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