Pier / Surf rod question

[NJMike27]

What size rod should I get for the Keansburg Fishing Pier? I also want to go surf fishing a few times when on vacation each year. I'm not opposed to getting 2 rods but having trouble figuring out sizes.

I was able to get a brand new Penn Battle II 6000 reel/9 foot rod combo for 1/2 price due to an issue I had but is that too much for a pier? The 6000 reel seems too big for most 7 and 8 foot rods so I don't think I can really use it with different rods. The price just seems too good to send back though.

Other option is I can buy the Penn Battle II 5000 reel for $69 at Walmart and then get two rods, though not sure which ones. Total cost would be much higher though.

Appreciate any input.