May I make the following suggestion. St Croix combos are not bad rods &
reels to start off with. I would recommend (without knowing what species of
fish you are after) a 5 WT or 6 WT. The reason for suggesting this is price
quality & of course a good guarantee. I have many newer & better Rods &
Reels, but still use mine often.
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Hello,

I am fairly new to fly fishing here in Oregon, (I come from a sad lure
background) and am currently looking to purchase a new rod and reel
package. I have received a lot of advice, but I hear this is where the
best advice comes from. Here is a list of what my constraints a
1) 4 or 5 piece
2) used in streams, lakes, and smaller rivers. (e.g. from small Silver
creek to larger Olallie lake)
3)$175 - $225 total start up.

I have heard quite good things about Redington and Sage. I have also
been previously advised on a 8 - 9 foot rod with a 4 - 6 foot weight.

I appreciate all advice
Thank you
John