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Rod length is less important unless you are engaged in technical Euro-nymphing (dont get too excited, its a fishing method), two-handed spey casting, or you are fishing small, brushy streams

This limited their ability to multitask or use multiple rods simultaneously

With my feet so attached, I could now peddle the craft efficiently both forward and backward

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Despite its reputation for light tackle fishing, mono fishing lines come in many break strength ratings, from basic 10-pound-test lines up to 600-pound lines