Rod size for lead core

[Private]

Hey all, 

 

Adding two new rods to my gear and want to set them up with lead core. I have been reading a lot with mixed opinions so I thought I would ask on here to see what is working.

What size rod are you using when trolling with lead core!!

 

So to answer some more specifics....  I'm targeting salmon, trout and walleye.  when i'm fishing salmon I usually am using 8'6 rods on my downriggers and dipsy's,  Two on each side of the boat.

Was thinking that when I have a couple buddies on board it would be nice to add an additional two rods.  So, your opinion, smaller rod? like a 6'6 medium heavy, or something similar to the 8'6. 

 

I want to be able to use this rod for multiple species as listed above.

 

Thanks for your opinions.

[Legacy]

I have really taken a liking to the Okuma White Diamond copper/leadcore rods (WD-CL-862M). They are a 8'6" medium action rod w/ large ss guides. I have found that it is tough to find a universal rod that works for short cores all the way through long coppers but it is a very good compromise.

 

https://okumafishingusa.com/collections/rods/products/white-diamond

 

https://www.fishusa.com/Okuma-White-Diamond-Trolling-Rods

[TyeeTanic]

8',6" is a good size, I don't think there's any advantage going longer and spending the extra $$$.

The rod tips are going to be higher to the planer boards, and obviously the line out to the side, so there won't be any interference

with the dipsey or rigger rods.

[Sk8man]

Good advice and rod recommendation. I don't think you can go wrong  with it.