I like using a 10'6' mooching rod because they have a larger foregrip, and you also have better leverage on the fish around the boat with the extra length.

The length of the rod doesnt really matter for clipping your line on a DR clip because you should be pointing the tip at the bow to get your line close to you to begin with.
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