Rod Length and Action Question

[GWScott]

I just snapped by 6'6" Foot Medium Heavy Casting rod that I have my KVD Quantum baitcaster reel the other day and need to buy a new one. I have a 7 foot medium spinning rod that I throw shakey heads and plastic worms on. With that being said what length and action rod is a good universal rod for fishing crankbait, topwater, jigs and spinner baits. I was looking to get a 7'6" Medium action rod but I don't know if that would be a good fit. Right now I only have 3 rods (Crappie Rod, 7ft Spinning and my broken Baitcasting rod) so I need my new baitcasting rod to be able to fish multiple types of baits. Any suggestions would be much appreciated.

[dabassking]

For an all around rod, I would say a 6'6" or 7' MH rod with a soft tip but strong backbone. It's not too stiff to throw crankbaits with and it's still stiff enough to throw jigs on.

[lroberts]

"With that being said what length and action rod is a good universal rod for fishing crankbait, topwater, jigs and spinner baits.''

Although there are universal rods, that combo is pretty tough to do with one rod. I would suggest a 7 ft. medium/heavy with a fast action. That is the best overall compromise IMO. A medium power rod will be too limber for a jig/worm.....and a heavy wouldn't work well with topwater or a crankait (minus frog fishing). The fast action is pretty universal in most situations. Just remember you get what you pay for. If you are just getting one rod and using for everything get a good one. I suggest St. Croix, Shimano, Abu Garcia, Bass Pro Shops Johnny Morris Series depending on how much you want to spend....avoid Berkely and Ugly Sticks! Enjoy your new rod!

Go here to compare rods.....
http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/rodcast.html

[TubeFlipper23]

I just bought an Abu Garcia VERITAS 7 ft heavy action with a fast tip and let me tell ya it has proven to be my go to rod i can feel every pebble limb and nibble in the lake with that thing and you dont have to worry about missing any fish cause its got the backbone of an elephant goes cathud everytime ya set the hook its a little pricey but well worth the money ive got it paired with a quantum 7:0:1 reel and its a beast. Rod is also super light weight in comparison to some of these other rods on the market

[fishincreek]

A 7 footer is going to be tough working a spook.

[publican57]

I think your height may have some to do with it. If you are average height or larger; 7' rods are probably a good choice.

It also depends on where you are fishing. I fish on Floyd's Fork sometimes; if I fish there all the time; I think I would go with 6'6" more often.

Because I fish more ponds and lakes; I prefer 7'. I am 6' which is a shade over average height.