Theres also the sl20 for 20lb line which has less capacity than the sl30. The Sl30 needs a big hand to hold onto it. I can only cast the thing reel low. I have not used the sl20 but it has an excellent reputation for getting distance with 20lb line.
Completely agree with Donagh re the size of the sl30. Ive used a sl20 for years for heavy shore fishing and 12lb class boat work and couldn't recommend it enough. I also cast it a measured 224yrds in a tournament so it`s more than distance capable.
My only concern now is the fastening of the reel onto the rod...
I have the traditionall reelfasterners on my rod, will it still work with one of the sloshes?