SPRI for 8kb and/or 20kb PE libraries?

[SarahNGS]

Hello,
I have seen some publications and threads about using SPRI beads instead of a gel to purify fragments for the Roche/454 3 kb paired-end prep. Is anyone using SPRI also for the 8 or 20kb library preps? I am automating this process an really want to avoid running a gel.
Thanks,
Sarah

[RCJK]

If I can add on to this thread...if anyone is not using Spri as asked, what are they using? Elutrap or some other method?

[nickloman]

I've never heard of anyone using anything but gel-cut for fragments this large, but I would be very keen to hear of any experiences with other methods.