I think rod length may depend how tall you are and what you like to use. I have several 8-footers that I use in my small boat, and thats my preferred length for casting plugs or eeling from the boat. For the rod, I suggest looking at the Loomis SUR965. This is actually a "surf" rod, but has a shorter butt (nice cork handle) and works well as an inshore rod. Has a fast tip with serious power in the butt. For reels, I'd go with a Penn Slammer 460 (I use one), or Shimano Stradic or Spheros (dont use myself)
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