After work today, I went to Academy Outdoors in search of a rod on which to put a new Pfleuger President. I wanted something 6'-7' long. I do not want a 2 piece rod. I'd prefer a cork handle. I want something that has a light action, but doesn't whip around like a wet noodle. After looking around I don't think one exists that has a backbone, and a light, fast tip. I'd like to stay in the $50 or so range.

I have a couple bass fishing All Star rods and thought an All Star would fit the bill for what I wanted. Nope. Their lightest one is a wet noodle and the "Dock Shooter" is too stiff and didn't feel very sensitive when I tapped it on the shelf at the store. The vast majority of what I found were two piece rods. I have never liked those.

I ended up with a Lew's Wally Marshall signature 7' rod. It's a little "whippy" but maybe it'll be okay.

So what's popular with you crappie.com folks?