I have a 6wt rod. What is the #3 you mentioned? A reel size? I think what I will wind up doing is getting a 6wt reel to match the rod, and then an 8wt setup later on. I like the Ross reels, but they are a bit on the spendy side for my limited budget. Any other ideas for a reasonably priced reel that is above average with regard to quality?

Thanks again for the help.
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