[QUOTE=ryan_ekubass;351978]i like the st croix avids or the premier either one... i love my loomis's too but they might be over budgets... but i would get a 6'6 to 7'0 medium action with a fast or extra fast tip..... try a okuma reel too they are easy on the wallet and just as good as the more expensive ones..

st croix premier $100
Stcroix avid $180

okuma reel 50 to 80 dollars..

^^^This is some solid advice. I love my Loomis rods but the Avids by St. Croix are just as loveable at a far less price. Okuma makes a solid reel.