I admit I am partial, but I fish with TidalSurge rods. They no longer make them but still have some in stock at a great price - all with recoil guides.
HookSpit makes great rods as well and they have two separate price points:
http://www.hookspit.com/shop/hookspi...sic-mlt-detail
Lastly, the Castaway Donk is another good option that won't break the bank:
http://www.hookspit.com/shop/hookspi...sic-mlt-detail