Rods, Reels, Line...

[B A S S E R]

What specs for a BC rod using:

-T-Rig/Weightless T-Rig

-Spinnerbaits/Buzzbaits

-Frogs/Poppers

-Cranks

-Jig & Pig

This may be a dumb question but if on a spinning reel I use my left hand to reel should I do the same with my BC or is it mostly preference?

Also what brand, test, and type (mono,floro,braid) would be the best for each setup?

I'm trying to find a new setup and just want to make sure i make all the right purchases.

Thanks!

[KYntucky Warmouth]

-T-Rig/Weightless T-Rig 7' M-MH F-XF

-Spinnerbaits/Buzzbaits 6'9''-7' MH F

-Frogs/Poppers 6'9''-7' MH F

-Cranks 7' M-MH M-MF

-Jig & Pig 7'-7'9'' H

[B A S S E R]

Thanks. Are the Cabela's XML good? Or would I be better off going with Carrot Stick or All Star?

[War Party]

A carrot stick feels great in your hand, but after reading several posts here, I am concerned about the quality of their components. I'd feel safer with a St Croix Premier. And for that price you could fish a St Croix Avid....or a custom rod from GBlanks:

http://www.imaginationbassin.com/gblanksproducts.htm

[Quitlimpin]

I've read alot of posts both here and at TFF that carrot stix are breaking left and right.  I've had no problems at all.  I set the hook on a probable world record stump on Weds night and the rod just absorbed it.  IDK if I'd be crazy about flippin with one, but they definitely have their place.

[Dave T.]

Thanks. Are the Cabela's XML good? Or would I be better off going with Carrot Stick or All Star?

The XML's are excellent rods... and if the one(s) you want are on sale right now... you'll be getting a "steal".