I am looking to buy a new rod just for shore fishing - I want a 6'10" med-hvy but not sure of the action - any suggestions as I will only use the one rod from shore

 

thanxs folks

 

 

 

 

 

 

A fast action will probably be the most logical route for you to go. A MH/F rod is pretty universal for a lot of techniques

Thanks for the tip

Imho, Carbonlite rods are great affordable rods that will surprise you. They sure is heck surprised me.

Just out of curiosity, why 6'10" and not 7'? The only 6'10" rod that I have had experience with was a G Loomis BCR803 Jig N Worm rod.. It was a very nice rod and it was a Med Heavy with an Extra Fast tip. I didn't care for the Extra Fast tip. A lot of people like that tip but I didn't.

 

2" more in rod length gets you a Loomis MBR843. That is a MedHvy with a Fast tip. I don't own it but I do have 3 others in the G Loomis Mag Bass line of rods and I like them all. The 843 gets really good reviews on this Site and while new ones are pricey, used ones in very nice condition can be had for under $200.00

I find at my height being level with the water and all the trees that 7ft is a little long for me, on a boat its different

Imho, Carbonlite rods are great affordable rods that will surprise you. They sure is heck surprised me.

X2 great rods all around, especially price

I find at my height being level with the water and all the trees that 7ft is a little long for me, on a boat its different

I use to use a 6'10" rod, spinning though, and made the jump to 7'... Trust me that extra 2" doesn't make a difference negatively when bank fishing. It will only help you bring in those big girls!

Depends on what you will be fishing. As mentioned, a fast tip will be more versatile. But if you're only fishing cranks, maybe a moderate action would be better. IMO, a 6'10 MH/F rod will be a very versatile rod.