My brother and I are going on a fishing holiday to central Florida for a week. We're not bringing our own equipment with us, we're just going to buy the essentials while we're down there. What would everyone suggest for a minimalist setup?

Caught my Personal Best on Lake Toho in January 2021. 

 

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A 7ft mh rod. 50lb power pro( adjust according to grass if present) and a 7 speed baitcasting reel. That should do it rod, reel, and line wise. Lure wise a chatterbait and t-rig/ swim jig should get it done! Good luck!