Roy, I just want to ask you 1 thing. If you shoot a deer, what is most important? I think accuracy is and distance is second. Not that distance isn't a consideration, but I think hitting a 4 inch square hole is my first concern. Some of the things that contribute to that are larger eyes and the right line. I use several rods of different length but the favorite is a rod that says medium but has a light tip and it's 2 piece. The 6'6" older lightning rod does everything I ask of it with a 2000 series reel and 4 lb hi vis line from BPS, offshore angler store brand. I also have a 5' UL that also does a good job in tighter quarters. The best I can tell you is to try what catches your eye, never know what might be the best ever. I also have a 7' Shakespeare Micro light (18$) and another 2000 series reel with 6lb line that does well with 1/16 but is a bit short with a 1/32.
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