What do you look for (Trout rod)

[calico killer kevin]

Carrot Stick are not at all "noodley" rods. Just cause they're orange doesn't mean it's magnaglass.

[Ultralight]

Guides - definitely Fuji Titanium TATSGs. Micros too.
Power - just soft enough to cushion 2 lbs, fast action, lots of backbone. This maximizes sensitivity. So this is a lot more power than most trout rods but works for me.
Balance - huge for me. Has to be perfectly balanced on the 1st and 2nd finger without any added weight to kill sensitivity.
Weight - 1.5 oz/7 footer. (They actually range from 1.4 to 1.6 oz depending on cosmetics.)
Handle - Ergonomic. My handle has to be designed around the best ergonomics.

There, you have my ideal trout rod that I fish with.

UL