Funny I saw this thread. Just had a birthday party last night & recieved about $175 in cash & G.I. Joe $$. Looked at several rods & reels JUST for anchoring up for springers. After about an hour of deliberation I finally chose the Shimano Clarus 8'6" , Power: Medium Heavy, Action: Fast, Line:12-20lb and a Ambassaduer 6500 C3 loaded with 30lb. PowerPro. Total Bill w/tax= $186.00

The rod had the same action as a $150 Lami Mag taper rated for 15-25lb and we all know about the reel.

After fishing several years for springers I wanted that "certain" feel. Heavy in the butt, light in the tip so I can see my K-15 do it's "thing". The set up I purchased feels alot better than what I have been using. Most of the rods i had been using were a bit too powerful or long.

This will be my "go to" rod for springers now!

Yeee Haw! Bring 'em ON! flog