It has been 15 years or so since I owned a baitcaster. I have been using spinning reels. Well, I'm ready for another baitcaster.

I like some input on a good reel and a good pole. There are so many out there I don't know where to start.

In a graphite pole will a 6'6" med-heavy work as a good "all around" pole?

Looking forward to your responce.

What is your price range?

6'6 graphite is good all-around pole IMO

If you are on a limited budget the BPS Extreme or Bionic are good for starters and are a very solid combo for the price

JMO

I recently bought by first baitcaster, a shimano citica/BPS extreme 6'6" Medium heavy combo and am very happy with it.

$200.00 give or take is about my limit

Abu Garica Revo S and a St. Croix Premier 6'6" MF.  Or match the Revo up with a Bionic Blade although I have never used one have heard good things about them.

I recently bought by first baitcaster, a shimano citica/BPS extreme 6'6" Medium heavy combo and am very happy with it.

BINGO!  I have four of these and I am very happy with them. If you are patient, BPS usually has these on sale for $140 a couple times a year.