If you like the size of the BG on both of those rods I would get the 6000. Penn series reels run a bit smaller than Daiwa. Both of the clashes hold plenty of 20-30 pound test, but look out for the weights, retrieve rate and spool size. The clash 5000 weighs about 17 ounces and has a much slower retrieve at 36 ipt. The 6000 weighs about 21 ounces and pulls 41 ipt. This is compared to the 48 ipt you're getting on the BG (which is more than enough for surf fishing in the northeast). The spool size is larger on the 6000 which might give you more distance when casting. As far as the drags, they are all more than capable. I've always tried to simply compare numbers to buy a reel but in the end the best way to do it is to fit them on your rods and see what you like best.