Chief, 2.5 is nice on the 1204. My personal preference is toward stiffer/stronger rods in general, so if thats the avg. lure range I was after, Id get the 1205 for working 2-3oz. If I want 1.5-2.5, the 1204 is my ticket.
I had a Batson 1208 that I loved for the 2-3 range that I liked better than 1205, because it was "stronger" and I felt more confident in leaning into.
Some people prefer rods that are softer in their range. Just personal preference.
I am sure there are many other people here with more experience with wider range of rods that could elaborate a little more.
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