John,

I don't think you can go wrong with the Sage 9140-4 as an all round double handed rod. I find it heavy enough for any application, up to 10 and 11 weight sink tips. It is on the heavy side for summer runs, however.

If you roll your own rods, you might check Angler's Workshop blanks. Their house brand 14' 9 wt. is much less expensive than the Sage, and it's a similar action, with just a bit more umph! in the butt section. They also have some lighter 12' and 13' blanks that make for fun summer run weight rods.

Have fun!

Salmo g.