sounds awesome. I have a Saros, but havent had a chance to use it yet. Some other rods that are well spoken of in the $100-$120 range are
Lamiglas Excel - shares blank with top line Lamiglas rods, Lifetime warranty, made in USA
Falcon Bucoo - made in the USA, five year warranty, very light
Shimano Compre - Lifetime warranty, Shimano so its quality