Switch Rod Initiation

I decided to enter the two handed world. Actually I have been thinking about it for some time but finally bit the bullet this past weekend purchasing a TFO Deer Creek 7wt switch rod. After trying a few different rods I settled on the TFO based on feel, a variety of reviews by others, price and the fact that I am partial to TFO these days based on their excellent support.Monday night I headed down to Burritt's Rapids not far from home to give the rod its first on the water test. It was an interesting experience to say the least. Two handed casting is new to me and if anyone was watching they could probably tell. I definitely need some practice - and some instruction would help too. However, I can see the advantages.Despite that inept casting, there were a few sympathetic fish who found their way onto my line. That included my largest smallmouth of the year.Looking forward to more.