I'd go with a Rainshadow RX-6 Forecast blank. I'd also agree to go with the 9' 8 weight & add a fighting butt. Great all around steelie bug rod...

The Forecast blank is a dark blue, a 2 pc. blank runs for $ 44.00

If you want to upgrade to the RX-7 blank it runs $62.00 & comes in green or gray... but with all the other stuff you will need that would put you over your budget.

You also have the option of going with a 4 pc. blank (travel rod) but, they again are more $$.

You can call the boys @ Batson & talk to Kerry. 1-877-875-2381


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