Generally speaking Soremouth, the cover we wade in is actually pretty sparse. I have been in stuff where 10, 11 and 12 are way too much, but it's pretty uncommon. Shorter was more popular when the COEs were normally high in the spring. However (the last 2 year for example) have been higher, so they'll probably come back. They have their place, but I'm more comfortable with an 11 or 12.

Past the wading question, the longer, the further you can stand off from the fish without worrying about spooking them in the shallows with a boat. I don't do a lot of deep jigging, but when I do, I go for the 11s as they are lighter. Bet you'd find that the shorter rod is more popular for deep jigging. But generally I'm referrring to shallow - say under 6' and wading and the more common times when I've got a jig pole in hand.

Then again, if I'm wrong, I'm sure someone will say so.

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