I'm looking to buy an 8wt. rod, mostly for bass fishing, and have been looking in the catalogs and the internet for ideas. Right now I'm thinking about a TFO Professional, which falls into my price range. It's available in a 4 piece in either 9 ft. or 9 1/2 ft. I'll probably go up to Cabela's because that's closer than most other shops to make the purchase. But before I do, I thought I'd see what others thought of the rod. I know I can always trust the people here to give me honest and helpful feedback/ideas.

Have any of you used any of the TFO rods? If so, how do you like them?

What should I pair up with it as a reel? I know Cabela's has a couple of outfits available, but I'm also willing to look at other ideas.

If not a TFO, what other rod in the same price range would you recommend?

Thanks for any input you can give me.

CJ