What kind of cranking, spinnerbaiting and flipping are you doing? That reel would probably work well for all 3. I say it’s always easier to slow down my retrieve with a faster reel than to try and burn with a 5:1 ratio.

As for rods…

Spinnerbaits I would go with a 7’ to 7 1/2’ Medium Heavy power with a Fast or Extra Fast tip.

Crankbaits same length but a softer power and tip action, maybe medium with a moderate fast taper.

And flipping, depending on what you’re fishing, but if you fish a lot of the heavy stuff, I’d go with the longest and heaviest action rod you are comfortable fishing with.