I have the 10 1/2 foot St. Croix and I do like it. I bought it (and a second, I now have a matched set) mainly for float fishing with pink worms. I've also fished with a Lamiglas Bill Herzog (10 MC-T, med-light 8-12lb.) and felt it was a little soft/slow action for my taste.
I'm normally a huge Lamiglas fan (I own six if their rods), but for the money the St. Croix rods are a great option.