I have a chance to fish for reds in the Gulf in a few weeks. I have never fished saltwater, so I don't have any saltwater specific equipment. I don't want to buy any new equipment if possible. Will the salt ruin my existing 8wt. reel (Ross Flycast) after only 1 trip? Any suggestions on cleaning?

If the salt will wreck my stuff any suggestions on reels in the $100-$200 range?

Thanks, I appreciate the help.