I will have my swimbait rods availible soon. Should have some at the bass-a-thon. The xxxhvy can throw baits up to 2lbs. Thats not a typo. I had to custom make a giagantiod with extra weight to get it to weigh 2 pounds for testing. For its power the rod is extremly light and it does have some give in the tip. Its not just a broom stick. The rod rating is accurate.