flipping as well as throwing the a rig. I was thinking if I'm going to have to throw that ignorant thing I want a rod capable of handling the weight, but could also be used for flipping. I think I fixed the link, I was thinking of the 6'11" heavy model
http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Okuma_Guide_Series_Big_Bait_Casting_Rods/descpage-OGSBBR.htmlADam Hasenmyer