Phenix m1 8' hvy for big swimbaits with shimano calcutta b?

[Basscatcher99]

I'm looking for a new hudd rod that is light weight so I can throw hudds up to 5 oz with less fatigue at the end of the day. I've heard great things about the phenix rods and I have the opportunity to get an 8 foot heavy m1 swimbait for around $160. Is this rod to light for huddlestons? I currently throw them on 20 lb flouro with a shimano calcutta 400b. Does the calcutta fit well in the reel seat of the m1 swimbait? Thanks!

[Vince Borges]

Not to light! I've thrown hudd 16s with no issues. The rod itself is rated to 8oz. And that's a good price.

[robchik04]

I'd go for it. That's an awesome combo. I've got a couple 80MH M1 Swimmers... LOVE THEM. Been throwing Umbrella rigs, S-Wavers, Hudd 68s, and 8" and smaller Triple Trouts. The 80H should be able to handle the 8" Hudds no problem.