Grendial

I used the supreme for I guess 7 or eight years and finally decided to try the Stradic cI4 two years ago. Line twist is no longer a problem so last year I purchased the FJ series and I will not be switching back to pfluger because of the extreme line twist I've experienced using them. I've been wanting a Patriach but would like to know whether line twist is a issue or not before buying one. My advice is pick up the Shimano FJ 2500 series on sale if you can find it on sale.

Just ordered the 6'10 M Powell Endurance spinning rod and I hope it balances well with my 2500 Stradic CI4. After 30 plus years of fishing starting to upgrad my arsonal. Bought a St Croix ltb medium 701 last year, which is light years more sensitive than any rod I have but it is very tip heavy. I do most of my fishing from a canoe on the Greenbrier river which is mostly calm but has a couple class III rapids. I use spinning gear and have contemplated getting a bait caster setup. My preferred fishing is topwater. What rods and reels would you suggest a beginner start with bait casting gear. Prefer to buy good quality 100 to 200 per rod or reel.