Rod to match new reel?

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I just picked up a new Daiwa 5000BR spinning reel, and I am looking for some opinions on what rod I should match this to. I plan to use it for mostly bait fishing and tossing clams, so it'll need to be able to toss some real weight.
Considering the type of spool on this reel, I do want a rod that will let me get the most potential out of this reel. I will be using either 30 or 50lb Power Pro. I want to find a rod of at least the same quality of this reel, so I'd like to stay under the $150 mark.
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[Tarpon4me]

This is one of the best rods money can buy, and it keeps you under you 150 dollar amount. They are an outstanding rod. The majority of my personal rods are made by Penn and ofcourse the rest are ugly stix's. But for what you're doing, i'd go with a rod like this. They stand by their product, which is hard to find. They also have high quality eyelets which meet your needs using braid line.


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[reelworks]

Thanks,
There is a local source for Star Rods, but they don't stock many.
I found a Daiwa Sealine 11' 3" that looks like it will do the trick, the only thing heavier in rating looks to be a Tica UEHA933502S but I was afraid that that might be too heavy. The Daiwa is rated at 8 oz but feels heavier. They make a newer version in a 10oz rating but it feels like the same blank.
I think I'll give this a try for now, if not, the price is real right. If it's not enough, I think I would go to either a Tica or Okuma.
I like the idea of a Daiwa/Daiwa combo, and I have used these rods before, my Emblem reels are on this same series.
This rod feels light, casts terrific and is well balanced with the Grand Wave 5000BR. I hope to give it a try soon. If it's not heavy enough, I'll just move it down the line to another reel. I can always upgrade one of my other reels to a newer rod.
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[tubeN2]

If you are fond of the Daiwa rods, you may want to consider the Daiwa Eliminator. It is just a little bit longer than your 11' 3" rod but can handle the bigger loads too.

There are also several models of the Daiwa Beefstick that may suit your needs.[cool]
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