I have a pair of g loomis GL2's. 8 1/2 ft magnum butt/soft tip rods. I use them both ways, downriggers & mooching. Enough backbone that I have landed 30-35 pound kings in Canada & Neah Bay with no problem, yet sensitive enough that I feel every nibble mooching, even from bullheads or other small bottom fish. Great for when those kings are only mouthing your bait. I partner it with a pretty small level wind reel so makes for a light weight combo that can take on all comers. Got mine at Auburn marine as factory "seconds" (cosmetic that you struggle to see) for only $100 each, 3 years ago. Best rods I've ever owned, I was a Lamiglass fan until I got these. Just my two cents worth, many rods will do the job.