Hi
I want to get one rod that can be used for steelhead and bass here in Michigan as well as saltwater in Rhode Island. I don't do that much fishing for any of these species so I am trying to avoid investing in multiple rods. I cast a Sage Xi2 8wt at the MI fly show a couple of months ago and was impressed how it cast a 9wt line.

I know the guide I have fished with in Narragansett Bay reccomends a 9wt and the guide I have fished with here in MI for steelhead suggests an 8wt.

Sure would appreciate your thoughts.
Thanks
Dave