Thanks for the honorable mention fellas! I have the same rod I sold Adam and I throw a 450 grain Skagit Flight (both floating and int.) on it. For Scandi, I like something in the range of 380grains and less than 30' total. Of course, the actual line will vary depending on the rod chosen and what the caster likes personally, but that should give you a good ball park.
About the rod size, I still believe that a #7 switch is the most versatile all-around size though others may have their own valid opinions. There really isn't much you can't do with it. It may be a bit heavier than necessary for the avg. Smallie or Potomac Schoolie, but it will chuck all the necessary flies for both with ease, and a good long way when necessary. It's also perfect for Silvers, Atlantics, Steelhead, etc., so if your interests go in that direction you'll have a great setup for those as well.
The current offering at Orvis that fits your budget are the Clearwater switch rods. I did a bit of field testing with these (on the Potomac while still at Arlington) and they certainly compete with everything out there at that price point. But, you will also find great offerings from Echo, Redington, TFO, and others, so you should weigh all of your options based on your own preferences.
As far as the local shop situation goes, I can say that Tom G. in Arlington is plenty knowledgeable and experienced with two-handed options both Switch and Spey, so you could pick his brain there. But, I think the opinions you'll hear from other TPFRers (including Adam) are valuable and valid as well.
All the Very Best
Dan
On Sun, Apr 24, 2016 at 9:40 AM, IQ <iqurz686@gmail.com> wrote:
Thanks Adam, I was thinking that's the size and length for my needs. I know Dan and he knew these waters well so that's good info. Can you tell me what line you're using? Thanks again for responding.--
On Sunday, April 24, 2016 at 9:06:45 AM UTC-4, Adam Soller wrote:
Davala sold me on a 11' 7wt Helios a few years back that was on sale prior to the H2 switch coming out. I've landed Shad on the Potomac and smallies on both forks with it.Not sure what the current offerings are at Orvis, but that size may be an option for you to consider.
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