I have a St Croix Triumph 6' that I really like, and it is priced around $100.00. It is lite action, rated for 4-8lb line, cast good,great sensitivity and plenty of backbone. I use it for dock shooting also. The model# on this rod is TRS60LF.
I bought a Gander Mtn. Tournament Series spinning rod earlier this year and am very pleased with it for the price. Comes in variety of lengths/weights.