Dead Stick rods

What is everyone using for a dedicated dead stick rod? Fishing South Dakota, they allow 4 rods. So I would like to get a few dedicated dead stick rods to go with the Okuma Ceymar 500 BF reels I have on the way. I would prefer not to spend a fortune on a glorified bobber rod. I am also thinking about getting a couple Finicky Foolers.

I have become a big fan of the JT Custom Snare rods, but they are on the pricey side as with most of the rods builders. I thought there were a few guys on this side that build rods, maybe they might be an option?

With a baitfeeder reel I don’t think it really matters. I’d just go look at Scheel or FF and pick out a winner.

I use either a Medium-Light or Light rod for a dead stick. Assuming you’re targeting walleye.

You want a ML moderate action with some back bone, lots of people making dead stick rods now days. Mine go for $90 but JT and TUCR sell for $129. Guessing you can buy a Chinese built for less.

I have a beaver dam 32″ noodle rod that I use for a deadstick with a ceymar bait feeder and it is a perfect setup that doesn’t break the bank. I use it with a finicky fooler and its just right.

I have a old thirne bros dead stick and I love that rod. Overpriced for qhat it is used for, but it keeps catching fish.
If your adding a finicky fooler then I just used a regular walleye rod with that or a rod dedicated with a bf reel.