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Fitzgerald All Purpose Series Baitcasting Rod SKU: AP73H UPC: 602573685952 UPC: 602573685952 $189.99 The All Purpose Series features high quality cork grips, a carbon fiber reinforced reel seat and American Tackle Guides with saltwater-gauge stainless steel frames

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Here is another awesome sling option from Fishpond

I think you could back down a little from that if youd like, maybe going all the way to a jerkbait rod with 12- or even 10-pound fluoro

I tried different hooks and still get lucky, but I do see some hooks just hold the fish on better during the fight before netting into the boat