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Depending on lure weights, I would suggest at least a 7' rod. I use a 7'3 for plastics and jigs.

I would get a heavy action.

7' MF or MHF

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quote author=120F01044D17011212090F12600 link=1278962841/2#2 date=1278963220]7' MF or MHF

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I would get a MHF, although I like an XF..if there are no trees, bushes ect to limit your room for casting, then a 7 footer would be a good choice.

I would get a MHF, although I like an XF..if there are no trees, bushes ect to limit your room for casting, then a 7 footer would be a good choice.

By the end of the season, when the reeds, grasses & brush are tall, I shift to shorter rods.  However, this year I have grown more comfortable with longer rods.

I fish from the bank/shore/dock 80% of the time. I used to prefer a short rod(6') but over the past year my 7' MH is the rod of choice. I like having the extra distance if I need it.

I use mostly 7' M or MH for fishing from shore.

If you're fishing from shore, go with a longer rod, you'll get better casting distance and move more line on the hookset. A nice 7'3 or 7'6 rod would do the trick great.

Dobyns 734 or 764 would both be a great pick. Or any other 7'3 - 7'6 rod of your choice.

7' MHF

If you have the room to cast it, a 7'+ rod will give you more casting distance. When I have limited space or have to hike through brush to get to a spot, I'll go to a 6' or 6'6" 2 piece rod. MH/F is probably the most versatile rod for bass fishing techniques, but M is usually heavy enough.

I have a couple of 7' M and MH/MF and also several 6.5' M rods that I use depending on how much space I have for casting.