I mounted a Penn 9/0 with 80# mono line on my BFBT70XHR boat rod, put a 15" long PVC 1" ID pipe extension for better casting from the piers. With 8 oz weight I can cast more than 40 yards from the pier. One night I hooked up a Giant Black Sea Bass that peeled off 350 yd of line, pull it back 100 yd then peeled off again, more than 10 times. I released (very protected specie) this 400 lb 6' monster after 2 hours work. The flex top prevent the line snap when the fish took off, while the stiff shank pulled this big monster easily. A very good rod for huge fish.

Rod for party boat Porgy.. Perfect blend of sensitivity and strength. And the perfect price too.

I bought this as a replacement for a Penn Defiance rod that broke. I was mad that my relatively new rod broke and wanted the cheapest replacement that I could find. When I got this rod I was pleasantly surprised. It feels much sturdier than my previous rod and also has a nice flex to it. The only negatives I can see are the plastic rod seat area and the lack of a gimbal base for locking in place.

daiwa beefstick bt great rods for bottom fishing 6ft my favorite for crowded party boats

i like it very much..thank you