Lew's TP-1 Black Speed Stick Casting Rod 7'4" Heavy??

[PhishLI]

There're a few places I wade that are super swampy, pad choked, and tree lined affairs. In these spots it's tough to tote more than 1 rig. What I found interesting about this rod was the 3/16 oz -1 1/2 oz rating. I wouldn't mind being able to throw lighter baits sometimes in these tougher places with a heavy stick. On paper it seems like the perfect answer for the scenario described above, especially with a Tat SV and 50lb braid.

 

Last week my brother lent me a Lew's Carbon Fiber 7"3" Heavy Fast CF73HC to try out as he was surprised how much he liked it. I saddled on a Pflueger Supreme XT and 50lb braid. I've been chucking everything from 6" GY Senkos to frogs with it. The other night I was bombing out Dark Sleepers and dragging them through grass lines. I was able to feel everything including every bite and spit by the Walleye. Once I figured things out I started whacking them. This experience got me thinking about Lew's rods. With the TW sale upon us, why not? Looks perty in the pics too.

 

Any current users? If so, please share!

 

TIA!

 

[LionHeart]

3/16-1 1/2 is a bold claim.  Based on my limited experience with the TP 1 rods, they run heavier than rated by a noticeable amount.