Rich, sounds like a great set up. I've been fishing a BSF since the beginning of the year, it's a fantastic reel, you will love it. I don't know if you have ever used a Shimano with the adjustable brake weights, but use them. It's so easy to adjust to different tackle that you can end up with a sweet casting reel with whatever you have on the end.

How was building your first custom rod? I've been thinking about taking the plunge. Did you have a book or a guide of some sorts? If so what?

Good luck on the Sky and let us know how it fishes......

Shane