I have a 1082c and would say its to light for winter runs. I also have a 1084c it can handle larger fish. It works OK for float fishing but somtimes I wish I had somthing a little longer. Id have to say its the best drift rod I ever owned. If I was going to get an all purpose rod Id go with the 1143 or maybe even somthing a little longer. I havent used one but have heard good things.