I picked up a combination S/A outfit here awhile back (3 years ago?) - a 9'/ 9wt with a full wells grip and fighting butt, and I'm real impresssed and happy with the rod's performance. Now, the label on the packaging said it is a fast action rod and by my experience with it, it is indeed just that.

I bought the rod primarily for salt water use and for that application I use the S/A graphite reel that was included along with the 3-M (Supreme Ultra3) WF-9-F line. A great performer with this set-up. Also use the rod for a couple of costal rivers and lakes in our area, for fresh water large/m bass and strippers, where casting distance is not as important - here I use an aluminum reel with a WF-8-F line. Again, a great performer.

For what this outfit cost and the performance that it provides, I'm well pleased. I love finding a real bargin!

Dale