I have a Sage RPLXi 9' 8 wt that I originally purchased to use for saltwater (Stripers/Blues)and Steelhead in MI. I discovered that a 9 & 10 wt rods serve me better in the salt. I also have a Sage RPLXi 9' 7 wt and a Winston IM6 9' 7 wt and prefer the lightness of the Winston. Now for the question! How will a Winston LT 9' 8 wt work for Steelhead and smallmouth. Thanks for any insight you can give me. Dave