I'm looking on getting into the swimbait world and I need help trying to figure out what rod,reel and line preferably a rod reel combo under 300. I'm going to be throwing anything from the s waver to 8+ inch swimbaits like huddleston or savage gear line thru trout.

I recently got my first swimbait setup. I spent just over $200. I got the Okuma Guide Select Heavy MF Swimbait Stick which is rated for 1-6oz lures and an Abu Garcia C3 Ambassadeur. I put some P-Line CXX Extra Strong moss green copolymer 25lb test. I love it so far, it is so fun to cast.

If you want a different reel, or want to spend some more money the Shimano Cardiff and Calcutta are very well regarded.

Thanks I'll give it a look