Which store did you see that rod at?
My budget for my first baitcast rod and the reel would be around $200. Its not really set in stone, i would rather get something nice and that I don't have to replace in the future if it means spending more. But on the other hand, being a newbie in baitcasters, i want something that is easy to learn and get a hand of things. Not sure if those are mutually exclusive of each other? $$$ and the ease of use.