pairing rod with reel

Hi Guys - another question from me on gear.

What are the general rules when pairing a fresh water reel with a rod.  How do you know what size of reel to get and still keep the "balance" of the two combined?

Thanks.

I usually shoot for a reel to have a mono line capacity of  about 125/150 yards of the line I want to use which is usually the middle range of what the rod is rated for.  Ultra lights 90/120 yards.

Thanks Mick - but does that also translate into the right balance of rod versus reel.  I mean can you have too big of a reel on a rod?  Not to get into brand names again, but the G-Loomis trout rod was designed for the Stradic CI4 1000 series.  Could you put a 2500 series on that rod at 0.9 oz more weight and still have the rod perform?  What effect does the reel have on the overall combo? 

Thanks.

Could you put a 2500 series on that rod at 0.9 oz more weight and still have the rod perform?

Yes, you could but you've just ruined your balance.  There's a reason why the rod was designed for stradic 1000.  A 2500 would be overkill as you don't need that much reel for such a rod.  While I realize you might hook into something else, you will be targeting trout.  If you tie into something else, your angling prowess and ability will be put to the test.

Would have to feel it don't know what rod you are shooting for if it's one of the longer heavier ones it might be OK if not what Michael said

You might be OK ithe 2500 is lighter than the reg Stradic 1000 don't know how well it will handle 2lb test though.

You might be OK ithe 2500 is lighter than the reg Stradic 1000 don't know how well it will handle 2lb test though.

I can't imagine it would be, but if it is, yes, you'd be good to go.

thanks guys - no it's not lighter its 0.9 oz heavier, the 2500 is.  I am wondering not just about this setup, but any combo, if I walk into the store and say "ok, I want this rod," how do I know what reel to pair it with? 

When balancing a spinning rod and reel - 2 things of most concern = make sure the spool lines up with the guides, and also that when the reel is filled with line the whole set up should balance when you hold it with a finger just forward of the spool.
Also although Shimano makes a great product, I like the Daiwa 2000 in the Tierra or Advantage series a little better for this rod. The Daiwa has a little wider spool which allows the line to have a larger loop which helps reduce the slinky affect on the line. Also the larger spool diamiter allows for a smoother drag operation.
The Daiwa is a little heavier than the Ci4 but still balances well with the Loomis 6' trout series.

See Ya Soon,
Eric / Yakhopper

P.S.
FYI - if anybody wants to try out this combo - I have one sitting on the bottom of Shaver Lake about 50' off the dam