I only fly fished for several years after I got back into fishing. Last year I finally dug out my old spinning gear, fought with it for wall season, and this winter order up a couple of new rod/reel combos.

But what I love to hook a good heavy bluegill with is a 9' 4wt. fly rod I made myself several years ago. Set the hook on a sippin' slab, take that rod about double as they spiral down. Boy I love that rod.