Im  looking to buy a new baitcasting rod. I want something sensitive and durable. I need a reliable rod thats i can use basically for everything, a versatile rod. Im looking to spend around 150 dollars i can go up to about 160. Any suggestions? 

Lews TP1 Awesome rods 99 bucks

Go to a store where u can get a feel for what u like. I would take your reel and try out different rods to see which u like. I personally like duckett rods. Maybe a 7' or 7' 3" Mh. Is a good versatile rod.

Daiwa tatula

Daiwa tatula

x2

A Falcon Lowrider20 would be right at you budget. Super light and sensitive.  The 6'6" MH "Herm" would be a good all around rod.

Daiwa tatula

x3, no question. I suggest the 711MHRB for versatility. With braid it makes an awesome worm/jig rod, with mono you can crank the day away.

I'd check out the new St. Croix Mojo Bass rods. They've upgraded the blank on the new ones and are going to make for some nice rods. You'll even have a few bucks left over for more gear. 

I'd go with Carrot Stix.  My most used rod for years has been a ML Carrot Stix .  It's perfect for soft plastics, jigs, and topwaters.  I have used Carrot Stix forever, with no problems (other than normal wear and tear), but if you're looking for more of a crankbait/swimbait rod I wouldn't go with my beloved Carrot Stix.  I honestly think people run into problems with Carrot Stix because they don't let it be what it is, a super sensitive soft plastic rod.  I have an 8' heavy Carrot Stix for bigger baits, it's not all that great.  I wish I would have gone with Dobyns.  But, for what you are looking for Carrot Stix would be a good choice.

I will have to agree with the Daiwa Tatula. They are great rods: sensitive and incredibly durable. I would give it a try

skip happy hour, throw in another $25 and you can get an Avid.

 

7' Medium Fast or 7' Medium Heavy Fast would make a good all around rod. 

 

st croix has one of the best replacement/upgrade plans for when you slam your car door on it.