Ideal speakers for Cary SLI-80?

I intend to run it in triode mode, so only 40 watts per channel. Most speakers I've looked at call for 50+ watts as a minimum in their specs.

Just want to make sure I don't buy something horribly wrong!

That amp has WAY more grunt than you might expect. I owned one for a year or so and loved it. I drove Revel F-30's in triode mode, no problem. Also drove Spendors and Gallo 3.1's with ease.

You'll love that amp.

The Salks need lots of power to perform their best. Having owned the SLI-80, I know it wouldn't be a good match.

I use the Merlin TSM-MMe's with mine and love them. I've also used the Tyler Acoustic Taylo monitors with great success. I actually prefer the amps 80w ultralinear mode. Be sure to experiment with both. Given the specs of the Salks, I would concur with Jburidan that they are not the best match for the Cary, especially if you're committed to running the amp in triode mode.