I have xst 1141's, ist1142's, and some xst1143's. The "noodly" issue usually stems from overweighting the rod.

For side-drifting with light slinkies the xst1141 is amazing. it doesn't feel "noodly" at all when it's loaded to the cork on a nice fish. my boat saw at least 2 steelhead over 20 lbs this year, bested via 1141's. Right Jake?

i like the 1142 but it's not as sensitive since it's in rx7.

the xst1143 is, in my opinion, one of the most versatile side-drifting rods available. it handles the heavier slinkies way better than the 1141, but due to excellent sensitivity it can still more than adequately fish lighter weights.

all the above are best suited for side-drifting, which as i'm sure b.lade you're probably aware is drift-fishing from a moving platform. if you're more into the anchor up and pound it scene i'd go w/ the xst1084, but that's just personal preference, i'm not sure it's really any better suited for it than the 1143. You won't be disappointed in either of them, and the best move might just be building them both for further comparison....