I have an 8ft Pro Angler Tackle rod that I have caught a couple of nice bass on. It has great backbone and is very sensitive. I like to throw Crappie Sliders on it and you can feel everything on the bottom. They are made in TX and are designed for fishing brush. You can choose between foam or cork grips. I chose cork. It really is a nice rod. Check their website to order. I am also looking at a BnM Ultimate in the 8ft length. The reviews are great on it and it seems to be an all purpose rod with spinning guides and good backbone. In the process of buying one from Cabela' s. Maybe I will give a full review once I put it through the paces.