Have the EXACT same model and love it! I use it for smallies, steelhead and carp. One word of advice though, if you don't like FAST rods, look elsewhere. The rod is an absolute cannon, feels light in the hand and balances well with a fairly light reel (I have a Ross Evolution on mine). I can cast the whole line and then some and then pick it all up if there is room.

Did you find someone selling them for a good price? I'd like to pick up another as a backup before I can't get them anymore.