Let's make this simple.  Euro Style Nymphing (dead drifting nymphs without a float/indicator) is damn effective. So much so every competitive fisherman does it!  The problem is getting started can be daunting. There is simply too much info out there.  Hopefully this Podcast will help you make sense of some of this.

Rods Mentioned:

ECHO Shadow II Czech Nymphing Rod

Redington Hydrogen Rod (11' 3 Weight)