Thanks for all of the info, I bought Reddington 13/14 AS Gold for $90.00 . It will carry plenty of backing, and balance pretty nicely. I also purchased a Rio Mid-Spey 9/10 line to go with it. I got the whole combo for under $500.00.
$250 Rod, $150 line, and $90.00 Reel.

Ryan laugh moose
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