I bought a browning 2-6lb 10'6" for a backup rod, and for my girl friend to use when she comes with me. It is the first time I bought a browning, We'll see if it breaks. For its price it seems like a good rod. I think I spent around $70 for it. It is a little on the light side for big nates, but handles the hatchery fish great. It seems for a float rod you don't need a top of the line ultra sensitve rod, cause you are reacting to your bobber. Length, though is pretty important, I would try to stay 10 foot or above.--mike

[This message has been edited by KORE (edited 02-01-2000).]