I have several, all BnM. My ten foot Sam’s with the rear reel seat and touch blank hole in the handle does very well for me and I’m not gentle. I also have a ten and twelve foot bucks gold that’s a better rod than some of the others, much nicer spinning type guides. I also have now or have had some BGJP’s from 8 to 12’ and they’re just the most versatile rods I own. Cast, dip, troll or deep jig all get the work done with them. The Sam’s rod has perfect balance and light weight, jumps in your hand with a good thump and still feels the light bites. It’s like holding nothing til the fight starts. I also have an 8’ bucks ultimate but haven’t gotten it wet yet. Best of all, BnM customer service has always done me right if I had an issue and I haven’t had many.