I appreciate all of the advise. I wish the 1141 was made in a 9' blank. I fish from a DB and find a 9'6'' rod a bit too long in a small boat. I am also 6'4'' tall with arms like Inspector Gadget which helps. Is the Rainshadow IST1082 not sensitive enough for you or was it just that the 1141 is longer? Can ya'll recommend a good rod to float jiggs from a DB for me as well? I have begun building rods and would like to replace the crap I have been fishing with. Thanks in advance B. Lade