[numbskull]

Ok I swallowed my pride, cheated my family, and bought a ridiculously priced spinning reel (at least it will piss off Flap). Put it on an old style 1321L (50 stripper/ 24.5" butt)........and felt sick. No wonder I went conventional years ago. So now I'm desperate (my finger hurts, too). But before I unload this thing on some other chump (i.e., SAUERKRAUT), seems to me I should build a better suited rod with lighter guides and give it a chance. Wasting money and obstinate stupidity come naturally to me. So I ask, what would you do?

Looking for opinions on the best 11 foot blank to throw big wood 2.5 - 4 oz in the rocks at night (ie pencil poppers are a low priority/ stopping power and line elevation are) when paired with a ZB25.

I understand the 1321m is the standard option.
Prefer something lighter and faster. Brute strength is not my forte. I like short handles.
Will a 1321L cut 4" to a 12 tip do it?
Is the 1322 a good option or does it indeed "fold with anything over 3 oz"?
The 11 ft SSU MH.......or is that geared for 4-6 bait rigs?
Anything in the Zziplex or AFAW lines that stop fish as well as they cast?
Should I just forget it and build another 1205?
Or just sell the reel and use the money for psychiatric help?

Thanks for your advice.