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All rod manufactures labeling on power is different. I use a Kastking Spirale H for froggin

As others have said it is personal prefernce. I have a mix of all different grips. As long as I can catch fish It really doesn't matter to me.

Sibert makes some nice jigs. I been using the Dirty Jigs https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/search-tackle.html?start=0&count=20&searchtext=Dirty+Jigs

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I just do the minimum maintenance required.

Kastking has some different models of casting rods that will come close to your price range.

Here is a video that may answer your question. Video will play if you click on the link.

My drop shop rod is 6'6" Progressive Glass spinning rod, MF/M with12# Tripolymer line. This works for me.

I use 15# Tripolymer

I use Hi-Viz braid with a FC leader. If fishing straight braid I usually go with the dark colors. I also have heard that some will use hi-viz braid and use a marker to color the first few feet. I haven't tried that.

All I have used is Cals. Here is another one that is supposed to be good https://deuthlon.com/products/deuthlon-power-drag-grease

I use Penn Rod and Reel Cleaner

I have an assortment of screwdivers, small pliers, tools to remove spool bearings, pipe cleaners, qtips, solvents,greases etc. This kit is very pricey, just using as a reference to see some of the tools you may need https://a.co/d/3EXkwxr Bottom line just make sure you use the right tool to take apart the reels. You can ruin a reel by not doing so.

So with the price of everything and game warden shortages. People will just fish without a license and take the chance. Is it right heck no.

Video is for a spinning setup also this link goes back 2016

Just a small one caught at pond that I never fished before. Just felt good to get one it has been awhile.

Welcome

I have been using ReelX Oil and on anything with teeth Reel X Grease. Just remember what ever you use don't over do it.

Better check the weather reports may be pretty windy out there.

I have the Kastking Zephyr BFS rod and the Kestrel BFS in 2piece. The Zephyr is cheaper then the Kestrel. Also the Kestrel comes in one piece. Both are budget friendly. https://kastking.com/products/kastking-kestrel-fishing-rods https://kastking.com/products/kastking-zephyr-finesse-casting-rod

I got this info off the internet Recommended hook sizes for Rat-L-Traps Lure Weight Stock Hook Size Tiny Trap (1/8 oz) #10 or #12 Original Trap (1/2 oz) Front: #4, Back: #6 Mag Trap (3/4 oz) Larger than the Original. Upsize to a #2 treble or a strong single hook. Magnum Force (1 oz) Larger than the Mag Trap. Uses a premium Mustad hook. Super Trap (1.5 oz) Largest Rat-L-Trap. Upsize hooks to a 1/0 or 2/0 for maximum strength.

I mainly use anywhere from 2/0 - 4/0 I do like the the Gamakatsu Finesse line of hooks for the majority of fishing I do.

Have a speedy recovery

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