7 11 baitcaster rods Bass Elite Freshwater Rod rod holders and more Entsport 2-Piece Casting Rod Graphite

I typically stick with 12-pound fluorocarbon when fishing on this setup

From wood, rocks, weeds, pads, docks, anything

They bail opens easily and locks in solid on hooksets, and I have a tendency to really lean into deep water fish, which is where you often see flex in bails and where they often start loosening on you

Its a great inshore reel for someone just dipping their toe into the saltwater baitcaster game

Hopefully this report points you in the right direction

Unlike a spinning combo, where the reel hangs below the rod, a baitcasting combo positions the reel on top, giving you direct control over the line with your thumb