I've got the 11 1/2 footer and I like it for light line. It's a great 6-8 pound test rod, I run 6 pound on it and use it in the summer. Haven't tried the other rod though a buddy of mine just bought one so I should hear soon if it's any good, I looked at one at the show and they seemed nice.

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