Off the back rod size doesn't matter much. I like the walleye crankbait trolling rods (Diawa Wilderness, Shimano TDR, Cabelas, BPS etc). Just be sure to get something that is moderate (not quite parabolic) in action. Okuma from Northwoods are about the best deal for linecounters. I only use mono but only have to deal with catfish and stripers, not toothy critters.

