That's good advice. The only thing I would add is that for starting off you might want to consider buying one line -- either floating or the 15' sink tip -- and learn to use it before you expand your arsenal, so to speak. If you've never tossed bugs before I would suggest starting with a floating line and learning to swing sub-surface and to dead drift nymphs for steelhead. A floater is easier to cast that a sink tip and this may lessen the frustration level as you learn. I think a sink tip is probably more versatile across seasons and species, though. Also, wear glasses and a hat when you're learning (body piercing should be voluntary).