Hello,
I need a rod and reel to throw topwater plugs for stripers and bass. My budget would be up to 300.00 dollars for the combo.
Should I go with braid or mono?
I've had great success with the fly rod for stripers and bass on the delta, but that topwater grab is unbelievable!
Buck
Topwater rod and reel
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lucas boden
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Re: Topwater rod and reel
Buck-
There are plenty of good rods that you can choose from. Normally any reaction bait rod is either a composite or fiberglass, not graphite. I personally like the GLoomis 7' Heavy Crankin stick for spooks.
Daiwa has a reel called the Coastal Inshore special for $120. This is a very good reel that i know will definitely handle big stipers.
I always use braid because i do not want any stretch at all when i set the hook. Braid does not seem to bother the fish. Just use a Sharpie and mark up the first 10 feet or so, its very hard to see against the water.
hope this helps
-lucas-
There are plenty of good rods that you can choose from. Normally any reaction bait rod is either a composite or fiberglass, not graphite. I personally like the GLoomis 7' Heavy Crankin stick for spooks.
Daiwa has a reel called the Coastal Inshore special for $120. This is a very good reel that i know will definitely handle big stipers.
I always use braid because i do not want any stretch at all when i set the hook. Braid does not seem to bother the fish. Just use a Sharpie and mark up the first 10 feet or so, its very hard to see against the water.
hope this helps
-lucas-
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