Here's my rod philosophy. The high dollar rods are definitely more sensitive. What is the purpose of sensitivity? It gives us a better feel with drop baits. So for jigs/worms etc I buy the lighest most sensitive rod I can find which nornally translates more expensive. But how important is sensitivity when fishing moving baits? I say not at all. A rod such as a composite rod with a slow parabolic bend is better for fishing crankbaits (see KVD). The same is true for spinnerbaits. A soft light rod is better for jerkbaits on and on. I have a topwater rod I paid $29 for (if anyone has an old 6ft BPS tourney special with a sponge pistol grip I would love to buy it). Consequently I don't believe a high dollar rod is neccesary for moving baits. That is a waste of money that could be spent on a better worm rod. Get a rod that feels comfortable to you. Just my opinion.