Sg,

There is great wisdom your words. While other dudes discussed the merits of fly vs. gear fishing, you actually provided a good answer to my question and gave me something to think about.

Of course a 14 foot rod will throw a PW, and that is what I was the main thing I was considering. However, your answer about the PW not being able to withstand the force of fly casting was spot on...something I didn't consider.

So I'll either skip the PW...or fish 'em wacky style. That will eliminate the problem.