I suggest start at Wal-mart or any where that sells rods and get several in your hand and see which one feels the best and meets your needs. I have found that the price of a rod does not always make it a good one, the fish don't know or care what kind of fishing rod you are using! It is what is comfortable to you. I have purchased cheaper rods and have been very pleased by the way they perform against higher priced rods.