Big Dog calls it 2 1/2. Yes, you would have the Extended Reach.:2thumbs:The rod is 15 1/2. Is that 2" extended. I would be willing to trade if so.
Can't speak to which reach is shorter or longer between the Ridge and the K-9 but you have the extended reach now. Go with the standard and you will be more comfortable:2thumbs:I am a short guy but this did seem longer that my Ridge back. I always thought the k9 was a shorter reach