This rod is like the 28" only a little heavier action and two inches longer. This rod can be used for walleye jigging and spoon fishing. Gary Roach, "Mr. Walleye", likes the forage minnow, mancho minnow and buck shot spoons, 1/16th to 1/8th oz. seems to work the best, most of the time. Remember, color can make a big difference, and always use glow baits. Be sure to cut lots of holes, and fish hole to hole. Keep on the move until you see fish, then fish them.