Thanks for all the responses, guys. I thought about "over-lining", using a line one weight higher than the rod is rated for, and two of my fly fishing gurus recommended that approach as well. I will try it next time out. However, being a gear nut and always wanting to get a new rod, I bought a 10 foot three weight Echo rod from my local fly shop. I plan on picking it up today (curbside service only here in populous New Jersey). The fly shop recommended using a 4 weight line as the rod could handle it.


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