Hi Dan,
I suppose if you want to stick to the brands you mentioned, maybe consider these from your from your fit self;
Ripper Fisher's - Ulitimo 79H UG Swim -PE10, lures by memory upto 210g, probably an allrounder, nice comfortable rod this. Or, something like Final Spirit GT79H -PE12, lures 170-220g, I've seen this rod in action, has that stiffness for the poppers, good back bone.
Carpenters - Maybe the Monster Hunter MH80H-PE8-10, lures upto 250g. Maybe bulky to use and has that medium to heavy taper. Maybe could have saturated feel with popper work around 200g. Or, the new rod around EP82/42R-P1 (KLL model), PE8-10, lures upto 220g. Not seen these rod in action, should have an allrounder feel with the length though.
Good luck with your purchase, tight lines !.
Regards
Leo