Fly-Curious

[likwid]

Edit: you already got the 8wt.

Look at the Lamson reels.
They're super cheap and super rugged.

[mayday1019]

ok, I know nothing about fly fishing but just have to say that your title of "Fly-Curious" might be the FUNNIEST thing I have ever read in my life!!!

[jeffsod]

what do you mean by intermediate line?

Fly lines have various sink rates; such as floating, intermediate sink, fast sink and extra fast sink.

Intermediate lines are probably the most popular in the salt as the surface chop from wind has less influence on the line. Floating line is a little easier to learn how to cast but the intermediate is the line of choice for most experienced saltwater fly fisherman.

As far as brands thats a whole other subject.

I haven't had to replace an intermediate line in a while and my favorite was of course discontinued.

[FishermanTim]

I have a 10 ft rod with 11wt intermediate line.
One important factor is maintenance. I wash my line to keep it in top shape.
You can also try your habd at tying your own leaders/tippets as well.
That way you can claim to have done all the prep yourself, and you can guarantee the quality of the workmanship.

Good luck.