you just can't beat the Daiwa wilderness trolling rods in med/lt action 8'. if you want to use shorter rods get a 7' but I think the m8' is the best choice. some guys like a stiffer rod but I like a rod with flex that is forgiving when fighting larger fish. they are a cheaper rod but all you really need is a good glass rod that will last for many years at a great price. in my opinion a medium is just too stiff for walleye. whereas a wilderness trolling med/lt is just right. sure it has more bend when using divers or boards but handles the shock when a larger fish hits and it has enough flex that you feel the fish fight and it's just a more enjoyable experience fighting fish.