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For bobber fishing I wouldn't spend the money on a Loomis IMX. I don't think you need the sensitivity., you need length.
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I agree! When float fishing with a bobber it is the sensitivity of the bobber that registers the strike. You don't feel the fish until the hook is set. Length is needed in order to keep the line from dragging and pulling bobber causing an un-natural presentation of lure or Jig. I use Jig's 99.99% of the time with a bait caster setup.

I enjoy my 1143c @ 9 1/2' because it's just long enough for the size of the systems I fish. Got plenty of back bone to handle sizable fish once they are hooked. I landed a 14 LB buck steelhead yesterday that was on steroids with no problems what so ever.

The constant casting and retrieving should be considered when choosing a float rod. Extra length, adds extra weight and discomfort. It's noticeable after a while when fishing under tough conditions. If you fish large systems, as the Hoh and some of the others, a longer rod (11-13') is definitly the ticket. Longer rods means longer casts and better line management for float fishing larger streams. The only sacrifice is the weight and comfort. Remember, the guy with the hook in the water catches the fish. Ease of repetition usually catches the most.

my .02