Just bought a Rainshadow STC1025 8'6" 10-17 lb. Its a great rod for all around. From steelhead to mooching for kings. Its on the lighter shorter side for mooching, but a great rod if you like some fun. Rainshadow is the only way to go. Bill Batson is a friend of mine and sold me the rod personally and I would recommend his blanks, components, or even full rods to anyone. They're great!!!