I took this rod to Naples Florida in June.  I suspect avid surf fisherman might turn their noses at such an inexpensive rod however this one worked wonderfully on my trip.  I was throwing 2 ounces quite far considering it was my first time doing surf casting.  I believe the slightly slower action of a fiberglass rod was more forgiving than a fast action graphite rod.  The rod man handled the fish I caught.  I've decided to try using it to chase huge catfish in a reservoir in the near future.