Hello everyone im new to this forum but all the information here is extremely valuable and I'm greatful for all you great people on this website. But to let me cut to the chase, I'm trying to find out what rod and reel setup i should have and im hoping you guys can help me out. This rod will be for the California aqueduct and im targeting striped bass (but if a catfish bites im not going to complain). I've already deducted down to either the shimano calcutta 400b or the abu garcia 6601. I just keep getting conflicting answers on what rod i should use. I will mostly be jigging with a fluke and throwing some heavy lures out. If you guys have any suggestions for the baitcaster, rod, or even line or lures I'd love to hear them because i know many of you are more experienced than me. Anyways tight lines and thank you all.