I have a buzz ramsey IM6 8'6" with a qauntum iron reel, I've been happy with that combo for an all around set up, use it on steelies, silvers, chum, both fresh and salt. Jerrys has a good selection of lamiglas in stock, the norwest special 8'6" med hvy, for 99.00 also the g series 8'6" med for 129. can't go wrong with either of those. Good luck happy b-day.