IIRC 2-3 wt for BG, 7 wt for LMB. Floating fly line. I like WF line. Real tapered leaders are nice, but I'll also tie on straight mono.
George, care to explain how to translate "X" weight (or size) tippets into something that a beginner can understand? If using a real tapered tippet, now much can you shorten it before you have to replace it?
Scott, don’t overthink this stuff or make it complicated – that’s what runs potential fly fishermen nuts –
Forget about the xxxxx’s on the leader package - use lbs just like you always do – forget about that fancy connector – that’s for a trouters – learn the knots….
Dusty told you already, but arbor knot around the spool axle – Albright knot to connect backing to fly line – nail knot fly line to leader – knots you always use to tie to a hook.
Goggle is your friend – good knot tyin’ instructions!
That’s why I recommend a COMBO FLY RIG - all the knots are already tied for you.
We doin’ redneck pond fishin’ remember – let’s keep it simple,
G/
