daiwa d-shock dsh-4bi reel and graphite rod Amazon.com : Daiwa, Freshwater Spinning Combo, 4000, 1 Bearings, 7' Length, 2 Piece, Medium/Heavy Power, Ambidextrous,Black : Sports & Outdoors Paired up on a Fiberglass rod with a comfortable cork handle. Daiwa D-Shock II Spinning Combo

Features Quick-Dive Resting Position Extra Thin Polycarbonate Lip Perfect Balance 3D Holographic or Painted Eyes Long-Casting up to 150 ft

This is because you are fishing in the very early morning hours before the sun comes up

Avet G2 Series Features: Redesigned frame with new refined look and feel Ratcheting Glide Plate/Lever System (select models only), with positive button release stop at strike position, just like the Raptor Series Faceted, knurled drag knob and lever grip provide tactile feel and positive grip Increased line capacities like the Raptor Series, allow generous space for appropriate larger line classes Refined, silent, reliable, dog and Gear Anti-Reverse System, with more gear teeth and minimal handle back-play 40% more drag output, bridging the line-class-gap between the original and Raptor series Larger bearings and main shafts for added durability with heavy line classes M.C

Slow, consistent pulls work best

The only time it doesnt shine is in really thick vegetation because the cupped face doesnt come through cover as cleanly as the pointed head of a walking frog

I have caught more bass (up to 7-8 lb.) on these than all others combined