I live in Delaware and fish the coast with 6-10 wt rods.Your rod should do just fine for the fishing you describe.I also use a freshwater 6wt for some things,such as croaker,flounder,trout,ect.Just wash the equiptment good in fresh water after use.The reel is more important than the rod for saltwater.Get a good anodised one for the salt.As far as lines go,I use a standard wf-f for my fishing and a straight piece of 10 or 12 lb test mono about 4ft long.This will handle the Clousers and decievers that I throw.Also,get a stripping basket as was recommended.You can land some big fish on a 6wt if you know how to fight them and the limits of your gear.Good luck.