Next year I am wanting to upgrade from my UL creek gear up to a combo that would be more suitable for larger tackle. I was hopping that I could get some help and hear some opinions on what to buy. It will be used for pretty much all tackle applications and will probably become my go-to setup.

Thanks.

What's your budget?

Are you fishing creeks, rivers, or lakes? Boat or bank?

i hear fenwick hmgs are on sale for 60 bucks at cabelas. get a 6'6" or 7' med power/fast and pair it with a 2500 stradic which are also on sale:

http://www.all-americanoutdoors.com/inc/sdetail/3544

Sorry, I guess I should have been a little more specific on some things. I don't want to spend a ton of money, but I also don't want to take the cheap route, and have to buy a new one by the end of the year.

I already have the gear to fish creeks, which is what I have been doing over the past few years, so I will be moving out onto larger bodies of water.

As it looks right now, I will still be shore bound with the occasional chance to get out on a boat.

Take a look at a 6'6" rod in either a M or MH power.  St Croix Mojo rods are priced right and have a ton of fans.  Make a trip to your local tackle store and give the rods a good shake.  Go with what feels comfortable.

A Shimano Citica E can be had for around $100.  I believe it has a 6.3:1 gear ratio, which should make for a great all-around reel.

If looking for a spinning setup, Check out this thread, RW makes good suggestions. http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1259668208

Thanks for the advice guys. I'm going to look into a few of these.