Hey guys, got a new St. Croix Avid 6'6" Medium-Light / Fast action spinning rod to use for drop shot.  What other applications could it be considered good enough for?  Weightless soft plastics?

Jason

Hula Grubs, split shotting, Rapala Minnows, Shad Raps, 4" Senkos, Topwaters such as Tiny Torpedoes & PopR's to name a few.

I like this type of rod for splitshotting and Rapala jerkbaits, in addition to dropshotting.  Why jerkbaits?  Look at the tiny hooks, and compare them to the hooks you use for dropshotting.  The limber rod has enough give in it that it helps prevent fish from tearing loose during the fight.  Small crankbaits and topwaters would also be good choices.

As a general rule: Match the rod action to the hook size.  The stronger the rod, the bigger the hook.

I bought the Triumph 66MLF for messing around with in some local streams for 10 -14 inch smallies. I use it for any lure up to 1/4oz.