I have both the 1L and 1M. The 1L is a little lighter, a little less expensive, and the one I'd go with if I fished the beach primarily and Montauk only occasionally. The 1L can handle a good fish.
I like the "Ron Arra" XRA 1322, but you're talking another $80-$100 over the 1L.
I like the "Ron Arra" XRA 1322, but you're talking another $80-$100 over the 1L.