All good information. Thanks much.

I was wondering what grain weight line might be appropriate for an 8 wt. I was thinking a T-14 might be too heavy so the feedback on that is great. I have read about the Sreamer Express, but wasn't quite sure that it would be an option.

I'm glad to hear the positive feedback on the TFO's. I was also considering using it for Steelhead fishing.

As was previously suggested I will need to get out and cast a few different rods in order to make a decision. Despite the fact that I could afford a premium rod if I really wanted to, I am compelled at this time to ease into this segment of fishing and the higher rod weights.

One of my objectives at this time is to conserve some cash in the near term(while entering the heavier wt rod market) so that I can spoil my grandaughter a bit and also treat my parents to a little extra when I visit them back in NJ in December.