Flippin', Pitchin', Punchin'/swimbait Setup?

[ipeeinmywetsuit]

I am looking at a new set up for all the the things listed in the title. I have been looking at the phenix recons in 7'6" H and 7'9" H. I am 5'9" so do you think a shorter rod would be a good call or should I be fine with something in the 8' range? I am not sure what type of reel to go with except that it has to be fast gear ratio and left handed. Since I have yet to try a bait caster from shimano the chronarch 201e7 was the first reel that came to mind. I am wondering if I should put 50-70lb braid on here and what kind of flour leader I would be using. Also I am hoping this rod would be able to work for swim baits as well. Versatility is easier on my pockets. Any thoughts/suggestions? The Phenix rods are on the high end of what I want to pay for this type of rod already and I am open to different reels as well. I already have a Lews TP/Powell Endurance and an Abu Garcia Premier/Duckett Micro Magic and a few of you know I want to try different things. Thanks for reading!

[kickerfish1]

Not too long ago TW had some shimano cumara rods in heavier powers and longer legnths on sale for about the same or maybe a bit less than the recon. It would be versatile but I am not sure it could do everything you mentioned really well. I have fished the recon line but not the rods you mentioned so I can't really give you much feedback there.

I know you mentioned a rod with a price of the recon but the rod that comes to mind that would best fit your criteria would be dobyns champion extreme 795. It can be had for about. $270 when the tackle retailers do their 20% off sale or may find one used for under $250. I know it is about $100 more than your target price but would be a stellar stick that could do everything you mentioned plus handle deep jig fishing.

[ipeeinmywetsuit]

I like the Phenix because of the 2 1/2oz rating. So I feel like I would be able to throw at least a 2oz swim bait. Nothing major.. but it might be fun. It would however be a punching and flip/pitch rod. I think it covers those bases. The dobyns are nice but even at a discount its too much for my taste.

[BASSclary]

I've heard the Powell Endurance A-Rig rod is pretty nice and versatile, but i've never held one, and seen very few posts of people who do.

[NitroZ9]

You might want to take a look at the new Denali Jadewood and Rosewood Rig/Flippin Rod. They are both 7'11" XHvy rods rated for 5/16-3 oz. lures. The Jadewood is $129 and the Rosewood is $229. I have not personally used one, but I think they are the type of rods you are looking for.

[KevO]

I just got the Powell A rig rod the other day. It's sweet! Very versatile, I've flipped,frogged and thrown swimbaits on it. It's rated for 1/2-3oz so its plenty strong for what your looking for.

[ipeeinmywetsuit]

You might want to take a look at the new Denali Jadewood and Rosewood Rig/Flippin Rod. They are both 7'11" XHvy rods rated for 5/16-3 oz. lures. The Jadewood is $129 and the Rosewood is $229. I have not personally used one, but I think they are the type of rods you are looking for.

I'll take a look today, thank you.

I just got the Powell A rig rod the other day. It's sweet! Very versatile, I've flipped,frogged and thrown swimbaits on it. It's rated for 1/2-3oz so its plenty strong for what your looking for.

I'll consider this rod but I am thinking I want to step away from Powell for the time being. I want to try other highly recommended brands and decide later if I will continue buying a specific brand.