Rod recommendation for a Penn 560 Slammer

[basswipe]

If you don't mind 2pc I HIGHLY recommend a Quarrow rod.

[luds]

I can't comment on the Quarrow rods other than that they look schweet. Haven't used one. I would take a morning or afternoon and swing down to M&D's and CMS in New Bedford. You can check out the Quarrow's there and then go to CMS to check out the pre-built custom rods they have. I had a an sw 1088 that I bought from M&Ds' that would be great for what you're are looking to do. Unfortunately it sounds like you don't have time to wait for a rod to be built for you. Since you don't have a rod right now both these options would allow you to get one quickly.

Keeping this stuff from your significant other is truly an art in itself. I have two rods being wrapped right now and my gf doesn't know about one and thinks that the other didn't cost me a dime.

[Karl F]

I'll second the 1088, got two with 560's on them, I really like that combo, just right for 2-3 ounces too. I've got 20# fireline on them, works very well.

[sapo]

I hear you guys. Even though I started just last year I built a SW1087, which I got from CMS, that has a Stradic 5000 on it. The reels a hair light for it but that's all I have for now. Ahhh, I think I may have to be patient on this one and build my own or try one of those premade deals at CMS or M & D's. I picked up a 10 ft. St. Croix Triumph that just doesn't feel right. You guys think 10 ft. too long?