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If you also carry a cooler, the hitch cooler and rod rack is the more complete answer

A medium weight conventional rod rated for roughly 15- to 30-pound test paired with a compact powerhouse reel such as an Avet SX or Shimano Torium spooled with 20- or 30-pound braid makes for a light and capable combo that can comfortably be fished all day long

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Spending a little more up front often saves money and frustration in the long run

Hopefully this round-up will help give you some ideas on rods for various bass fishing applications.