I have the Super Surf SS101MS, rated 1-4 oz (ratings changed this year (3/4-3 oz)). Love the rod, throws and works Pencils 3.7 oz and can throw 1 oz plugs. I can drill pencils and metal directly into major wind with this rod. Light rod, can cast forever with it. I bought a custom rod that was supposed to be the same blank and ended up selling it as I liked the factory rod a lot more. Custom rod was stiffer, had 1 more guide.