in my opinion browning makes a really good all round rod for the buck. I've beat the holy pi$$ out of a couple of them and they keep on bringing in fish. Another option is getting a st croix and tying it yourself. It is really easy and you'll appreciate catching fish on it ten times more. as far as reels there is so many out today that are good it's just in what makes you happy.
good luck and if you need help tying just ask(if you go that route)