Carll , i got the Berkley Venom Cobra , rated 3/4 -3 oz , its the 8ft rod , yes it does throw the recomended weight range , has got a nice soft action for this and then the base is still stiff , very well made rod , but being 8ft doesnt get the distance , but still excellent for estuary and surf work and off a boat as well , i reckon the 9ft will just get you that xtra couple of meters when spinning with plugs and spoons .
