If you primarily nymph, this is a great rod for pulling that copper jon and indicator arround with a roll cast. If your just getting started, I'd go with the Avid. On the other hand, if all you are ever going to do is nymph then this is the rod.
Reel recommendation: Redington Drift 3/4; black

Features:

• Dynamic blend of high-modulus/high strain SC^IV graphite and premium-quality SC^II graphite.
• Lightweight, fast action fly rods designed for maximum performance and value.
• Aluminum-oxide stripper guides with black frames.
• Hard chrome snake guides.
• Uplocking, machined-aluminum reel seat with a rosewood insert on 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 wt. models.
• Uplocking, machined-aluminum reel seat on 7, 8, 9 & 10 wt. models.
• Premium-grade cork handle. Shown at top in image above.
• Two coats of Flex Coat slow-cure finish.
• Alignment dots.
• Rugged rod case with handle and divided polypropylene liner.
• Lifetime limited warranty backed by
  St. Croix Superstar Service.
• Designed in Park Falls and handcrafted in Fresnillo, Mexico.