i was lucky enought to try both a vs200 then a vs150 on my ron arra 1084 9' 2pc...the 200 is fine but after a while I noticed that it felt like I was casting the middle of the rod more than the tip due to the added weight ...i then tried the 150 and chose it. for 10~11 ft I would go 200 .
I decided to go conv, for a 10ft for the fall big pluggage .
Go with the 250. Best all around size. I have fished mine on rods from 8'6" to 10'. I've seen the main shaft bent to the point of not being fishable on a couple 150's. Too small, IMO, for most surf situations in New England. Your results may vary.
"Out there in the surf is where it's at, that's where the line gets drawn in the sand between those who talk fishing and those who live it."
- a wise man.