freshwater bass rods are so short, except for fishing the trout plugs? Everyone I've tubed with uses typical 5'6"- 6'6" rods for both fresh and salt. I have a 6'6", but haven't used it since I got my new rods. I fish a 7'6", 7'9", and 8'. With the longer rods I like the added casting distance. Also I feel like I can put more pressure on bigger fish with the light line. What are you guys using and why?

Amish Ed