I have a dilemma on my hands. My birthday is coming up and I'm wanting to add a cranking setup to what I already have. I will be throwing crankbaits that run from 8' deep all the way to 18'+. The two options that I am looking at are a 2nd generation Revo Winch paired with a 7' 6" Veritas MH Winch rod, or a Lew's Tournament MG Speed Spool (5.4:1) paired with a Lew's Tournament Speed Stick 7' cranking rod. Right now the Lew's setup has a $30 rebate through Tackle Warehouse, but I was really wanting a rod a little longer than 7'.
What would be everyone's pick between these two setups? If anyone has any suggestions that are under $250.00 please list them and why you like them. I have to admit I really like Abu stuff, but trying other products is not out of the question.