Dude, tica makes some affordable rods, the UEHA series are good and the Dolphin series are a little better with the guides and hardware. $75-90. I have had both and was happy with them for light duty. I would get an 8' rod if I were you, more versatility.

Here is a description from digital dagger, hope it is ok to list it here. Google them

NEW TICA UEHA Series Graphite Surf Rod with Cork Grips
Brand new Tica Spinning 2pc Rod with one year warranty.
TICA Surf Rod with Cork Grips, Top of the Line Tica Rod.
Just in, First thing I did was to grab one for me.
Better than Lamiglas-Fenwick-St Croix-G Loomis
The Best Fast Action Rod I have ever used!
You will not be disappointed with is one.
The UEHA630501S 10' rod is listed as heavy, fast action, 2-8 oz, line 12-30. Flat Graphite Blank Black, with high gloss Black wrapping, with silver bands. Guides are coated Titania hardloy dissipates heat, 3 leg footed guides are high quality Stainless Steel. Off set 2 piece rod with the handle the shorter of the two, has the graphite G20 rubber seat. The cork handle runs above and below reel seat, with a rubber end cap.




Btw, when you type in all caps on the internet some people take it as "SHOUTING!!!" No offense but maybe you want to change that, my eyes hurt from reading an all caps post. Good luck and happy holidays