I would recommend something from Phenix's MBX series of rods- they are all strong rods and have great sensitivity!

I would recommend a Phenix M1 7'8" heavy. I am currently using that as my swimbait rod, and it fishes great. I haven't found anything I don't like about it!

Those are good choices, but I like what Phenix has to offer. Phenix's M1 and Recon 2 series have really appealed to me in the way they feel and fish.

I really like Phenix's like of Recon Spinning Rods. It's got sensitivity, it's light, and it has a great backbone. Plus it looks really sick. That and the Phenix M1 spinning rods are a great choice as well.

My go to set up would be my Phenix MX-78H paired with a Shimano Chronarch 201E. You cannot beat a Phenix M1, in my opinion.

For spinnerbaits I use a Heavy rod, between 7' and 7'8". The perfect rods in my opinion are Phenix's MX-78H or the MX-72H.

I do not know for 1 and 2, but for 3, it would work well with 1/5-3oz jigs.

Phenix Recon rod series

I recommend Phenix's PHX S723M

Yes, O-rings will allow you to keep your Senkos much longer.

Phenix Recons and the Phenix UMBX series.

For castin light stuff like that, you might want to check out Phenix Rod's Recon series. I've got a few Recons and I can tell you those rods are sweet!

Definitely the Recon 2. Great rod for flippin Senkos and other light baits and lures.

If you want a good all around rod, you might want to check out Phenix because they have a great selection of casting rods. MBX rods are very nice; however if the price is an issue, Phenix's Recon 2 casting rods are very sweet as well!

iCast this year will be, without a doubt, very cool in the Phenix booth. Can't wait to see all of Phenix's awesome new products!