That really boils down to you. It's personal preference really. The Z-Axis is the old XP which is the model I am currently using and I love it. Really you need to pull on the blank and see if it's right for you, that is the only way. Also you could fish with it if you know someone that has one but good luck finding someone with a Sage wrapped for spinning especially if it's not someone that I know. Haven't seen too many of those guys