Hi mark, I havent tried the rooster haymakers but the next ones down, i think they are just called roosters i have, they definitely beg to be worked slow in my opinion, they tend to float flat in the water rather than a more upright position with the cup upwards. I could be wrong but i think this tends to let them cartwheel if you try to work them too fast and with the bigger bloops. The haymakers may be better tho being heavier. Thats the experience that i have had anyway hope it helps.
Also the river to sea poppers are great for the price, try the red and white flames! One gt decided that he needed it more than i did on the last trip!
Cheers