At a recent casting clinic, a Sage 5100-4 XP, 10' 5-weight was a revelation. Nothing tricky about its fast action, just blinding accelleration to the backing knot and beyond. I invisioned its use in a lake situation, where even prolific rises seem to occur at or beyond long casting range.
But I don't think I'd want that much rod for all-around dry-fly work.
But I don't think I'd want that much rod for all-around dry-fly work.