Evening Keith. I don't have the Rookie, but have had the Sakura Shukan for some time now. Gorgeous rod, and very well made. You'll have no issues with heavier lures - the Patchinko will go miles on it, and the Zonk will give you White-Finger

. I initially used a Technium 4000 on mine, but now am a firm fan of the Rareniums.
If i were you, i'd stick a Rarenium 4000 on the Rookie - it'll be a stunning combo.
I know that Alun had a problem with his Rarenium, but there are a few of us now with Rareniums, and Alun is the only one who has been unlucky enough to have a problem, so i still have no issue with recommending them (i even bought the 3000 also, as i am so impressed with them).