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I'll echo what Karl is saying with a couple caveats. A 1087 is a bit light for heavier eels and plugs. It will do OK but I'd be hesitant to toss a big snake or a big plug / tin on a 1087. A 1088 will handle that fine but won't load up as well on a bomber. It will be fair on the lighter stuff and good on the heavier. Those Batons & the Patroits are probably the best bang for the buck customs going. Yes, a Loomis, Allstar, or Lami would be a better rod but the difference in coin almost pays for your reel. If I were you I'd get the 1088 (both are 9 footers) and keep your eye out for a nice 8-8.5 footer in the used market to throw the lighter stuff with...
I've been using a 1088 about 75% of the time for the past 2 years and really like it... If you are handy and have some time, you could actually build a 1087 and a 1088 yourself for not much more than having one done for you. They are a little labor intensive but not overly so.
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