Would you suggest starting with a 3wt or something like a 4 or 5wt? I understand playing the fish, as I currently seldom use anything bigger than 4# line, but I was just wondering what you thought would be a nice setup! I would be interested in one of the Cabela's combos that come with EVERYTHING. The Genesis outfits, in a 4wt but it's and 8*6" rod and I don't know if I need anything that long in the waters I normally fish (smaller ponds and rivers). Would I be able to get away with a 7' or maybe 8' or so? Thanks for the input!

Fly selection is next as well as location on structure.

Flies, poppers, and what else?

Fished in structure or near structure?

Thanks again!