Hello,
I've been a long time lurker here on the forums. I've decided that I would like to build my next rod instead of buying a factory rod. I fish for panfish 98% of the time and my favorite all around panfish rod is a G. Loomis GL3 9' 4wt. I love the action on this rod, it's not too stiff, but it still has a little bit of a backbone.
I want a blank that has a similar action. I must say that I do not like fast stiff actioned rods. I need a rod that is smooth and can cast a good short line yet be able to cast a decent long line when called upon to do so. I prefer 3 or 4 wt lines and length can be 7'6"- 9'. Can anyone suggest a nice blank under $200 that might meet my above requirements?

Thanks,

Jeremy