B-12, I have that very rod. 8-17# 12'. I love and hate that rod. I like the length, it keeps a lot of line off the water but it sure isn't a tight quarters rod \:\) . This rod is a real meat stick, by that I mean you can really put the pressure on the fish. The only thing I dislike about this rod is how fast it is (action). If you don't have a good bit of clear area behind you to get a good whip into the cast, you will find it hard to cast light weights like 1/4 oz jigs on a float. However, if you are on big water using dinks with a bit of weight then is is outstanding.
The reason that loomis quit making this rod was noone was buying them. Would I buy another one, YES, if the price was right. Not the $355 I paid for it when I bouught it.


Tight Lines,

MJ
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