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7'3" or 7'6" rod for pitching jigs?

curls00
in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots

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I love to pitch 1/2 and 3/4oz jigs into moderate cover (deep weedlines, around pads, thicker scummy weeds, and everything in between).

I want a new rod as my 7'3" Vendetta is getting frog duty this year.  I can't go any longer than 7'6" if telescopic or 7'4" if fixed-length.  I have my eye on the Verdict 7'6" MH-Fast.  But, the 7'3" would also be on my radar.

Should I bump up to the 7'6" length? I'm tall at 6'2", so the length shouldn't be an issue... but what advantages do I get with the extra 3" vs the disadvantages?

Opinions welcomed!

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    i'd go 7-6 at your height.better hooksets and power.

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    Go with the 7'6, you'll get better leverage.

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