7'6" heavy kistler helium lta or 7'3" falcon cara amistad

I'll make a reel recommendation:  Shimano Core 100MgFV.  This reel is phenominal. 

I's it really worth the extra money over a curado? Im thinking about taking a plunge on one.

I'll make a reel recommendation: Shimano Core 100MgFV. This reel is phenominal.

It's more than double the price of the Curado, though I'm sure you can find one for well under msrp. 

The MgFV has the Instagage switch which I like very, very much.  It's light, but a bit heavier than the regular 100Mg since it as the Instagage feature and brass gearing (versus aluminum for the Mg).  The brake-side spool bearing is set in a metal screw-in support that attaches directly to the frame, versus the graphite sideplate of the Curado. 

It is worth it?  Only you can decide.  I have a hard time spending that kind of money on reel.  Now that I have it and have fished it, I'm gonna see if I can swing another.  It's that good.

I have 4 of the Core 100MgFV and it is that much better than anything.

go with the falcon!! i have a core 100MgFV mounted on the 7'2 falcon pro grass, absolutely awesome! 

I use a Chronarch 101bvp reel for flip/pitchin. 55lb braid, no brakes, and spool tension is non existent..

As for the rod, I prefer a longer rod, I use either a 7'6", or a 8' depending on the lure, and what the junk I'm throwing into. It's all personal preference. I don't have experience with either rod, so I can't recommend either of them.

go with the falcon!! i have a core 100MgFV mounted on the 7'2 falcon pro grass, absolutely awesome!

How stout is the Pro Grass?

I use a MH Crucial 7'6" Flippin stick with either a 6.4 or a 7.1 ratio PQ and have been thoroughly pleased with it.  Planning on buying another one shortly.

go with the falcon!! i have a core 100MgFV mounted on the 7'2 falcon pro grass, absolutely awesome!

How stout is the Pro Grass?

its pretty stout i use mainly for punching thick grass mats with 1-1.5 ounce weights. it has amazing sensitivity..