I have the 9' legend. Raised flock grips and light as a feather but yet strong. I did a lot of rock hopping with it last year and no problems. I know it's expensive but in my opinion it's well worth it. It's a rod I will use forever and the customer service is top notch. Last year the tip broke if the truck window. Took it to a dealer the next day and they replaced it with a new one on the spot. No questions asked. It's rated 3/4 - 4 and the sweet spot is 2 - 3. At 4 oz I find I have to lob the plug.

If you are using eels this rod is sweet. I can literally feel the eel breathing...it is that sensitive. And when the eel is about to get eaten the excitement can be felt through the rod so well that you know you are about to get a strike

The only drawback I have and it's minor, is that it does not have quite enough "whip" in the tip for working pencil poppers on the surface. I think the 10'6" model will provide a little more whip at the tip

While it is very light it also has plenty of backbone. I have taken stripers as large as 41" thus far on it.

Also, this was a gift to me. But would I buy one myself...absolutely. To me the combination of sensitivity and strength combined with an unbeatable warranty make this rod well worth it. Plus it's so light I can throw plugs all night long without throwing out my shoulder