Dan S., I have fished the Avid 13ft float rod since last winter and so far this spring. I love it, I don't know if you have ever fished with the original Wild River 13' but the Avid is fast action compared to the Wild Rivers moderate action. I have lost fewer fish with the faster action, because I can get the hook set much faster. My personal opinion, it is just as good as any 13' G loomis float rod. Their website is www.stcroixrods.com, they have all the specs for the rods on the site.