The 8' rod rating is for 1/4 oz - 2 oz to catch small albie or schoolie striper, flounder, calico bass, sea trout ect from the shore or on boats.
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That looks like fun,,,,what's line rating and rod tip,,,,,compared to the 10ft ;D