I agree with AA. Presentation is always the most important factor. Consider depth and speed of water in selecting weight
An Alaska lodge guide was disappointed his complimtary trial Korkers were not going to last the season and he would return to Simms G. But we are all not guides.
all you describe with trout is also true with bass in pounds and rivers/lakes.
I have advice re Gunnison—do not use Rigs in Ridgeway. If you are considering either Roaring Fork/Frying Pan or upper Colorado I can make a couple suggestions.