hello all, i know this topic is been brought up a lot but need some input. i'm wanting to buy a couple of spinning rod's for casting...not trolling or jigging. i have a couple of ozark 7 1/2 footer's and loved them...great backbone for lifting in the big ol slab's and very lightweight. but one broke on me and can't seem to find them for sale anymore. i have read a lot of good thing's about the pro angler rod's. are the 8 footer's made for casting? the price is very reasonable. all i found was everyone talking about spider rigging and or trolling with them. what kind of rod's do you all recommend? i know i want it to be between 7 and 8 foot and want to use it for casting with my spinning reel's. also not looking to spend over $40 or so. thanx for any input and good fishing to all!