I would look for a "speciality" rod. Sounds like you are using that 6 wieght for just about everything, but you could get something for tossin dries, fat streamers, or nymphs. Personally do not think that tons of money needs to be spent on fly rods, but you gotta find something that suits your feel and what you wanna do with it. Like ya said, start making your rounds on the fly shops!