7 foot baitcaster rod Level American Made OGX 7'2" XHF Casting Rods that act like skittish thoroughbreds instead of unshod workhorses Okuma Stratus 7 Casting Rod

I will also use lures that have a natural ability to come through cover better like swim jigs and spinnerbaits, rather than treble hook lures

Its not rocket science on understanding winter fish

Features 9 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing provides smooth operation A-Symmetric Carbon Frame and Rotor provides a lightweight and compact platform AMG 2 gearing system provides precision machined gears for unparalled smoothness and durability V-Rotor system allows for a more compact, weight reducing rotor design and provides ultra-low start up inertia V-Spool Design for a more compact, lighter weight spool Carbon Matrix drag system provides smooth, consistent drag pressure across the entire drag range Rocket Line Management system provides better control of all types of fishing lines Rocket Spool Lip Design allows better control of line coming off the spool Machined aluminum braid ready spool allows braid to be tied directly to the spool without any slip Tubular Carbon Fiber handle with soft touch handle knob 30 Ton graphite blank for a lightweight balanced design Abu Garcia custom soft touch reel seats for superior comfort High density EVA gives greater sensitivity and durability Specs Rod Power: Medium Rod Length: 7' Line Rating: 6-12 lb

From the Northeast to the mid-Atlantic, striped bass anglers score with topwater, swimming plugs, jigs, spoons and almost any lure that resembles a stressed-out baitfish or crustacean

In practice, it plays out a little differently

Spool Capacity: 12lbs x 240yds (Mono) AND 30lbs x 235yds (Braid)