01-04-2016, 09:22 PM
I have tried many different combinations over the years..spinning reels, ice reels, bait casters among different rod combinations. I have come to realize that a decent bait caster reel is the best. These eliminate line twist. When you drop a jig down, you don't want the jig down there spiraling around. As far as rods go, I personally like a fairly stiff rod so I can get a good hook set. The best rods I have found are grizzly rods that I bought off ebay cheap. They have a nice cork handle and good ceramic guides. I have had some rods with crappy line guides that have torn up the line. In my opinion, the rods aren't as critical as a good reel with good line. Hope that helps.
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