abu garcia 6'6 spinning rod Veritas® PLX 6'6" Medium-Heavy Each 2 piece composite blank is fitted with high density EVA split grips for lightweight comfort and durability. Abu Garcia Spinning Combo Best

It comes up to about 15 feet deep, offering a shallow feeding area near deep water

If youre a beginner, a rod with a spinning reel will be easier to cast

If your target is striped bass, Im confident that my suggestions for best bait for striped bass will get you to a place where youre anticipating a hit on the next cast because you believe in your lure selection.

For leader line, mono works best for me, because I find it easier to tie in foolproof knots when compared to fluorocarbon

I typically use either a white or black popper depending on the type of forage Im trying to imitate

However, some anglers prefer braid with a heavy fluorocarbon leader to combine sensitivity with durability