The big trip in the in shore is where I will probably use his equipment. He did say some of his gear isn't the most fancy because so many people use it. I talked with him and he said my spinning set up is cool. But I didn't get the info on the line stuff. (Hence this thread). :-)
As for the striper run, the "guide" is a good friend of mine. Real informal. Just two friends going to tear up some stripers. He did say to use spinning gear also. Again, I didn't ask for the poundage. :-(
Thanks for the info snook!!! I have some 50# braid on the boat here at home. I will also make sure my capacity is good enough in case a fish decides to sprint a little on me. ;-)