don et al: THIS IS AN EXCELLENT BOARD. AND THIS IS MY FIRST POST.
first i must warn you i too am very new to this hobby/sport.
so i hate to do this to you guys during this fragile economy, i pray you will find room in your hearts to forgive me. there are two spinning reels that come highly recommended, that were not mentioned here, for casting long distance in the surf. they are the surf master by penn and the baitrunner by daiwa. albeit the emblem xt and the xa are excellent products. rumor has it the za even has a water proof drag for you VS lovers.
for those of you who plan to attend the sports show in plymouth this weekend check out Hatteras Jack booth. Ryan White the owner/operator is one of the finest long distance casters in the country. and on he** of a nice guy to boot. I do not owe him any more money so you can tell him I sent you.
for those not able to attend see
www.hatterasoutfitters.com. tres (pronounced trey) he is another great source for long distance tackle.
so there you have it. good luck!
p.s. DO NOT MISS the long distance casting seminar by big daveon 4/12. If he is the same guy is saw cast at the Nationals in 2002 he is amazing!
if you do not have a second job to support this hobby, get one
