I like the new Rogue swimbait rods. Personally I fish with the Phenix Big Bait Special, but that is a 7'6" rod, and I think an 8' would work better for throwing the real heavy plugs.


Here's a sneak peek at the two models of Whitmer-Rago baits
http://www.calfishing.com/dcforum/User_files/3daf4f2a03f8062c.jpg