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For a beginner, and especially one on a budget, a combination of graphite (predominantly throughout the blank, or stick part of the rod) and fiberglass (incorporated into the tip) offers a versatile package: It gives you enough stiffness to adequately manipulate a lure, while maintaining enough sensitivity for detecting small bites

If that two percent difference is enough for you, though, you'd be better served by going after a better rod

Shorter rods, ideal for smaller bodies of water or areas with dense cover (think flipping under docks or casting around lily pads), sacrifice some casting distance for precision and maneuverability

Simple Lever-Action Drag control will give you a wide range of stable drag adjustments

The Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap was one of the originals when it came to lipless crankbaits, and its still one of the best options