I too dont mind spendin a few bucks for Salmon/Steelie rods, but when it comes to trout I use the Shakesphere Intrepid 7' 4-10lb. Very durable, picks up the light bighters and my son landed a 23" brut yesterday with no problem at all. All for around 30 beans.
Chris
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They can have my eggs when they pry em from cold dead hands