KHL12

I have a rod may be just what your are looking for. Several years ago I had Rich Forhan build me a rod I was going to use for skipping docks. I paired with with a Shimano DC reel. Try as I might, I could never get used to the DC reel so I sold it. The rod currently in my rod rack, is never used. Specs: Shikari SHX PMB704 blank. 5'3" OAL. Split cork handle. Revolover wrap. 3/8-1oz lures (I have thrown 1/4" oz with no problems. 10-30 lb line. I also have a very similar rod but 6' long.

I'm just an old retired guy stumbling along the bank. I fished buzz baits for years. Never caught a fish. First time out with my Whopper Plopper 130 in Loon, I caught a 3 and a 4 and missed three other blowups. I realize there are many places with pads and other surface vegitation where neither Whopper Ploppers or buzz baits can be fished. In areas like this, we all throw hollow body frogs with success. Since Whopper Ploppers and buzz baits are both best is mostly open water, why carry buzz baits. Or am I wrong...And I have been wrong before.