2 ought circle fishing hook Team Catfish Double Action – Dakota Angler sharp points ensure solid hooksets Double Offset Circle Hook 6/0

The smaller Zephyr BFS spinning reel is best for smaller crankbaits and small under-spin style lures

One particular surface lure I enjoyed fishing with is the new Rapala X-Rap Pop

Ideal for: Freshwater and saltwater anglers seeking precision, strength, and sensitivity

On most lure rods I would use or test I am fine with the bit of extra weight to the Slammer IV 2500, and of course I like the robust nature of the reel and I dont remotely obsess about ultra-smoothness when I am actually out fishing But I do enjoy trying out and fishing with other spinning reels, and I do think that some lure rods benefit from a lighter reel strapped to them (a review of a rod like this is coming soon)

What youll find too with several of these mid-depth, square bill and lipless rod recommendations is that each will make a pretty good substitute for anotherin these three categories