That's helpfull, for me anyway, thanks!
I would say have a 1088, or 1087 Batson rainshadow built for spin, matched with a Penn 560 slammer. You could throw artificials, plugs and eels with this set up, and be within your budget. If you don't like the 560, look at the 5500 ss from Penn. There are a number of fine rod builders on this site, that could build that rod for you, or you could wrap it yourself, I did my first rod last year,(a 1087 Batson RS), still together!
I know have 3 of the 560's, love them. Will have a 1088 by next spring
Good luck, and happy spending!
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