What do you think?

I need a new one but, it's not high on the priority list so it's gotta be kind of cheap, yet quality.

Shimano Clarus

Garnet

Allstar.

My favorite rod for under $50 is my Shimano Convergence.

None.

Lightn-rod.

My favorite rod for under $50 is my Shimano Convergence.

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I would have to say Shimano Clarus too, though they list for $59 I think.  But I know of several places where you can find them for less than $50 on clearance.

My favorite rod for under $50 is my Shimano Convergence.

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x3!! they also have them on sale right now at Cabelas for $39.99!

For a really nice rod, both light and sensitive in the $50 range don't overlook the gander mtn. rods.

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ps I own a few myself, so this is from experience

Muddy is right on the money.  Look for a sale or clearance item.  I was able to get my Kistlers for <$100 by looking for sales.  You'll get a much better rod, even if it is last year's leftovers, than anything that normally retails for $50-100.

I fish with Berkely Lighning Rods.  7 MH is a good all around rod.

Abu Garcia Conolon   available at Wal-mart.

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Abu Garcia Conolon available at Wal-mart.

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a good rod all around.

Try a All Star Select or a Shimano Convergence.  I have used both and find them to be about the lightest and toughest in that price range.

Abu Garcia Conolon available at Wal-mart.

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a good rod all around.

 I just bought 3 of them from wally world at 12 bucks each for the giveaway stockpile. Good 12 rod, they are a bit heavy a but good entry level rod

My pick goes to the Shimano Convergence.  I've had a few (and still use one sometimes) and I think they are great rods for the money.

All Star Classic - $49.99

 I don't know about best rod but I've had a Shakesphere Excursion for a few years now. They sell at Wallyworld for around $13 so can be had quick and easy. It won't win the rod of the year award.

 Muddy's Cabelas and the guys who mention the Shimano Convergence have good advice as well. You'll have to add shipping and I'm not sure how much rod shipping generaly costs.