I've used 11 & 12ft rods. Specifically an Ozark rod that, unfortunately,
never made it to market. It was a prototype and I've enjoyed it because
it has a soft to moderate tip and great backbone for lifting the fish out of
those tight holes. I've also used the Grizzly Jig Elite 3pc brush rod, which
I like because you can have a rod that goes from 9'6" to 10'6". Good luck
in your search. If you every get down to around Marion, IL, stop in at the
Crappie Pro Shop on Division St in Carterville, north of Hwy 13, they have
got just about every brand, length and weight you could find.