IMHO you are going to need two rods --- one for plugs to 3 oz. ---and one for plugs over 3 oz.
i've got a 1322 arra -- i built it myself---with some help from mike, and the boards. this is a great stick, believe all of the things you hear about it. i love mine! i've matched it with an abu 7000c3 and a abu 7000cl. Honestly, I like the 7000c3 the best. lighter
for the plugs over 3 oz --- an allstar 1209 might work, but it is a pool cue rod.
if you ever get a chance pick up arra's newer book. lots of great info on casting and he breaks down how to clean the abus.
i love abus!
OH----don't start out with braid on the conventionals go with mono---not if you backlash---when you backlash you'll pat yourself on the back!
Have fun ---- and remember---- EVERYONE BACKLASHES (once in a while)
