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the gsb1201m is closer to the ssu1201MH as far as power, but the feel is close to the ssu1201m due the ssu1201m being a little softer. it's top end is about 3 ounces really. the MH can handle up to 5 if needed, but 4-4.5 is more ideal.
the ss101ms production rod is built on the ssu1201m blank. the ss101mhs is built on the ssu1201mh blank.
the ssu1201L is rated 1-3. i think over 2 is pushing it. dont compare the ssu-series power ratings on the blank to the gsb-series ratings. i would put all 5 blanks in the ssu and gsb series in the 10' models in a category from 1-5 for power like this: ssu1201L, gsb1201L, ssu1201M, gsb1201M, ssu1201MH. honestly, i feel the ssu1081m is more powerful than the ssu1201L.
the arra 1084 is a slightly more powerful ssu1081m to me, but the ssu is a better overall blank for the money.
if he wants that length and knowing the rods he already has, the ssu1201L, gsb1201L or ssu1201M would be the best options. the ssu1201L might be a good rod for what he plans on doing, just dont have him throw over 2-2.5 ounces and a 16" eel is a heavy eel. for those purposes, he'd be better off using his gsb1201m. he cant buy this rod and think that he's going to throw the same lures as he does with the gsb1201m effectively. i think he'd like the ssu1201L, but just dont push the blank over 2 ounces if possible. also, i'd wrap it with single foot guides for runners and possibly even the transition guides to keep the weight down and make a really light rod.
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