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i agree, sounds like he was a bit jumpy on the hookset

plano bazooka if you're serious about it

If I were you, I wouldn't spend that much on a rod versus a reel. Also, wait for Tackle Warehouse to have a 20% off sale so you can really stretch that budget. For the reel I'd go with anything Shimano and the rod, like most people are saying, the Mojo. Good luck.

To make sure when you are checking out you can always just look at the address bar, if it says "https://" then the site is secure so they won't be able to send your information to anyone easily.

If you're going real finesse line capacity is something you might want to consider. I use 1000 Shimanos pretty regularly but I have a strong preference to my 2500s. Of course if you're not fishing a large body of water line capacity doesn't matter, but I don't see the harm in using a 2500 instead, regardless of whether or not a 1000 will do the job.

Shimano and Daiwa still make ultra-smooth spinning reels for $50-$80

Thank you to everyone that replied, I believe the general consensus is the brand name "Rod Glove."

You could use the advanced search tool on Tackle Warehouse to find adequate replacements for you vintage rods.

The thing about shorter rods is that it limits the actions available. Most big companies, if not all, companies don't make more than one or two 6'3" rods for one given model. For me, it's what I learned with, that being 7' +/- 6", that governs what length I buy. I'm not too keen on compromising my comfort for a little bit of a longer cast.

Get some KVD line and lure, that'll do you good

I have 5 baitcasters, ranging from 7' to 7' 3", in y'all's experience, what is the best rod sock brand and what length should I pick up, thanks.

Good deal, my mistake, it's hard to put text into context.

I'll admit I was wrong, but don't patronize me. Also I never said I was "calling out" anyone so, grammatically, it makes no sense to put that in quotes.

my mistake

3/8 ounce is what I use for that depth, color depends on water clarity, and trailer would be a Zoom Ultravibe Speed Craw. There is a topic pinned somewhere about this. Google it and it should be the first thing to pop up.