Eggs Guy- Before you buy a reel check out the Orvis Battenkill Disc Reels, they are of good quality and affordable for under $100. The drag system on these reels are amazing! As far a lines, don't buy a manufactured multi-tip system from Rio, or cortland, they are *hit! Sorry Les, but the floating tip for these lines suck! Very ineffective. Plus you can check out other lines which out perform the manufactured lines. I have built my own lines for my 9'9" Gl3 8 wt. This line allows you the capability to shoot and spey cast a single handed rod. It is essentially a load and shoot line. The GL3 is a great rod of choice. If your shopping around, go check out the air flo and the rio lines, try casting them, make sure to cast the floating tip, and then put your wallet back into your pocket, because it is poor contrary to what many think. Email me if you care for more info on lines.

Thanks and best of luck!