If you use 8# UG or less you shouldnt have a problem with the stiffness. I have always used 6# UG on my spinning set up and have never had a problem. If you play your fish right 6# should do the job just fine. I landed a 30# springer two days ago on my 1141 with 6# UG. Sure It took me 30 min to land him but It got the job done. I wouldnt normally go after springers with that setup but it was an accident.