Scandi-Skagit-or
Why is it everyone wants to go buy a rod and then figure out what they want to do with it? Nine out of ten newbies I run into end up tring to throw big, weighted flies on outfits incapable of the task. First off, look up Peter SC. (board menber) He is in the Toronto area, has a ton of experience, plus a ton of rods you may be able to try. Word of caution here, Peter favors fast action rods, while I favor more moderate actions. So take it all with a grain of salt.
Let's assume that, like everyone else, you will sooner or later you will tie on a big ugly. That means Skagit & sustained anchor casts. Should you start out with a head system (recommended by yours truely) you have the option of changing over to a Scandi head without much fuss, or monetary outlay. While some raise objections to heads over full lines, there are numerous advantages to be had from a head system. The dreaded loop to loop connection: modern day factory loops have gotten much smaller & go through the guides easily. That connecting piont is both a visual and audio guide for how much line to leave outside the tip for optimum casting. Heads are cheaper than full lines, do not require a spare spools, can be changed out streamside, take up much less space (not to mention weight) in a jacket pocket, what more can I say?
So now you have a reel loaded with backing, running line, 540 gr (7 wt) Skagit head & a few tips. Oh yeah, and a dozen or so flies, including a couple of big uglies. Now we get to the rod. Since you have already mentioned Echo TR 1370 why not also consider Echo DH 1370? Both of these rods were designed by very competent casters, albiet with different casting styles & preferences. The Tim Rajeff is the faster of the two, while the Dec Hogan model is a more moderate, more forgiving action. The latter attribute being of great value in sustained anchor style casting, especially for a beginner!
The something else, in between, is referred to as a Skandit head. Steve Godshall (SBG on the board) makes them, Rio & Airflo have their own versions.