I didn't know whether to put this here or on the Fly fishing page, but here goes. I have some experience fly fishing for Trout, Lg Mouth Bass, And Smallies and own a n Orvis 5 weight 9' Rod and a G. Loomis 9 weight rod, but common sense tells me to go heavier... The guys atound here are recommending a 12 weight... How about some help... Also will need advice on lures. Oh yeah, will be fishing for River Stripers in Ky and Tn...