I use Shimano Symetre ($85) like my guide friends do, but the Stradic ($100+) is great too.
As far as line goes, I use Suffix in yellow from E-Angler.com. You get 1/4 pound spool for less than $10. Breaking strength and abrasion resistance equal to Maxima ug but handles better. Also comes in clear and (I thnk) green. I use #8 and #10 on the Symetre 2000 but you can go up to #15 on the 4000 model. Another good line is Maxima Perfexion, but I do alot of line watching and side drifting so I like the yellow colors.