2 ways to geet lass drag on those long range holes. try useing lighter line with a longer rod to match it. Or just a longer rod. I have a 13' TH custom rainshadow for fishing salmon. I love it but don't use it often as not many rivers have enough room and a I mostly fish from a boat. 13' of rod in a boat is no fun for landing fish!!!

you might be surprised how an 11' rod will help you and still be useable on more rivers.

I have many rods from 11' up to 13' and use to spend allot of time noodle rod fishing. now that I run a sled I don't take as much time to play with the long sticks.

any questions just send me a pm.

Kris