The drag sounds loud enough (for me at least).
Regarding the rods, the Berkley was not spinner friendly, so I sold it; the other one is a modified Shimano Catana 20/30 and works good.
I also use the Offshore Angler Inshore Extreme (up to 3oz./30lb).
I know, I fish in a unconventional way
In my next trip I will try to land a 40+lb YFT on a Salina 30 loaded with 30lbs Power Pro.