Canal + Conventional + Sprial Wrap (acid) =
Have a 1209 I'm spiral wrapping now thats 75% finished.
It's a telephone pole for sure... but sometimes you need it out there. Have been using the 1208 for the past two years and it's a great rod, but can't argue that sometimes you just need more rod.
Everyone has their own likes and dislikes when it comes to rods at the canal. Just have to find what feels good for you.