For me, a 7 footer gives me better accuracy than a 7-6, especially for pitching. I really like a 7-6 for deep cranking because of the extra distance. If I'm casting a crank to cover, I get much better control out of a 6-6. For topwaters, I think a 7-6 would be tiresome over the long haul, especially with something like a spook where you're constantly twitching the bait. I like a 6-6 here too. Being 6' 4", I thought a longer rod would work better for me. I guess it's something you just have to experiment with to find what feels right for you.