Help choosing first trout flyrod and reel

[Arima17Ryan]

OK, I'm new to this. I have picked up a starter salmon/steelhead flyrod and reel at Rosecity flyshop and have some lessons coming up. I thought that the bigger fish would be more rewarding(hence the larger flyrod and reel), but I'm having second thoughts. I think now that I'd like to start with trout and work up to the larger fish. I would really like some help picking a good flyrod and reel to start with. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I want something good that will last a while, but not high end that will break the bank. There are so many choices and I have no experience, so I thought I'd turn to the more experienced ifishers. Thanks in advance.

[Stew]

I would suggest the Temple Fork Outfitters rods or maybe the Griggs (CustomMade at GI Joes)or Redingtons.
All are good values :cheers:
PM me if you want to know where to get Temple Fork Outfitters rods.

[Arima17Ryan]

Thanks for the tip on Griggs. I have two Griggs (NorthXNorthwest) rods that I'm happy with. What about reels though? That's really what I'm having the biggest trouble with. Thanks

[BuKuBass]

You can't go wrong with a Pflueger Medalist. A reel and spare spool can be had for $40; $10 more for rim control capability.
http://www.pfluegerfishing.com/products/medalist-rim-reel.html

[Die_Hard_FishR]

I just picked up a Reddington rod/reel combo RS2 rod and a GD 4-5 reel it came with backin line and leader for 300.00. You also have the choice between black or polished on the reel, and the rod comes in different lengths too. I love it, tried my buddys sage and not a alot of difference except price. He is even thinking about getting one.

[Arima17Ryan]

Thanks for the info guys. I will look into both the pflueger and reddington. Thanks