The SS is a better rod than the BB. I know nothing about the Salty Shape. I have been studying Tailwalk Ajist and TZ rods for 8 years......just never pulled the trigger on one. Just go on and get the top of the line Shimano Soare Limited.....it comes in at only a little over 800 bucks.....LOL.
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