You really don’t know the capabilities of a rod until it is pushed to its limits. I have the Kastking Kestrel 1000 on this rod using 8lb. braid. I got these on a Zman big(4 inch) trd. Bottom line. This UL rod is crazy strong.
Randy provided stellar customer service which enabled me to get this new rod. I own several Old 18 rods. Took it out for the first time this am. It performed as expected. The proof is in the pictures. Thanks Again Old 18.