Shout out to Bimini Bay Outfitters/Tsunami Rod Company

[Calusa]

I would love to try them out, but I have a bit of a conundrum. 

I have always purchased rods in person.  I look at the bend, strength, guide alignment, spline alignment, handle length, reel seat placement,... to make sure it fits me before buying... and leave it to a general placement goes against my inner rod building experiences, but maybe I'll try one rod...

Same here Bryan. I have to hold it in my hands, and preferably have the reel I intend to put on it with me.