ehm, a kind respons from Holland, usually you pick a line that suites your
rod and then you look for the rod/reel combination. Since both rods/reels
are pretty heavy, #8 and #9, i'd go for 30lbs backing and maybe a S.A.
Mastery line.

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straight lines & tight loops,

Vliegvisser


Perhaps my question was a bit wordy and confused everyone, so I'll rephrase
and shorten the questions:

1. For a 9wt rod, is a floating, sinking or an interchangeable line better
suited for steelhead/salmon fishing in fast water?

2. For an 8wt rod, what would be a good choice of line for larger trout,
salmon and LM Bass in lakes/ponds, rivers and larger streams ?

Thanks,

Bob S.