you be clever if you could set it up though LOL

For sure, I think if you manage to set the game so your next move is say 20 jumps long...well done and you should be allowed to. Its what the game is about. I would like to see this rule removed again.
Same with anti frogs, if you set your oponent up for a 20 jump move..well done, they should have to do it

...behind the maximum 9 moves limit? Ive found it can ruin a possible win on the odd occasion etc

try to get an advantage early (higher score once both players same number of moves. Its harder to catch up than to stay ahead.

I try to play 2 to 3 moves further on, I dont think you can just play a move at a time even though it will work within reason

I feel the size is just right

I think that is true :o)

I think the game length is fine, a lot shorter than the likes of anti gammon and gothic checkers etc

Yes, you just clicked one to remove, rather than move it