7 foot heavy rod is what I use, some even go with a longer rod. You go from a 7 foot heavy to even a 6'6" rod and it feels like a spinning rod. I also exclusively use Seaguar Invizx in 15 to 20 lb. test. Just got my 3000 yard spool of 20 lb. today matter of fact. Only way to buy it is in bulk 1,000 or 3,000 yard spools for the better price breaks. Paid $166.54 for 3,000 yards off Internet which I think is pretty darn good price, should last me a while I hope.