I bought a Rogue Rod last summer for the summer stellies. Dam it has turned out to be a nice rod! I also own lamiglas's and a loomis and I have fished with plenty of Rainshadow Becuase thats all my cuasin is into.My Rogue is equivellant to the IMX loomis but about half the price. You will also find a big price reduction in the Rainshadow But it is a matter of opinion of wich one you would like better. You should really try if possible to fish with both before you make up your mind. If you do decide you like the Rogue I have the number of the guy who custom wrapped my Rogue, and he is very good.