I like a 7' Med rod for trolling. I've been using the now discontinued CAL1100 Ugly Sticks for 20 years, and have been happy with them. Customers can't destroy them, and the most I ever have to do to them is glue a rod eye insert back in from time to time.
I bought some extras when I found out they were going to be discontinued, and will have them for several years to come yet.
Wish I had bought more though....oh well. There will come a time when I have to find another rod to replace these.

So, I'm watching this thread for that info too.