6 foot medium heavy baitcasting rod Zebco Salt Fisher 33 Spincast Reel and Fishing Combo, 6-Foot 6-Inch 2-Piece Medium-Heavy Power, Moderate-Fast Action Fiberglass Rod, Interchangeable Retrieve, 12-Pound Line, Blue/Silver : Sports & Outdoors Perfect for crappie Fenwick Elite Inshore Casting Rod

Skip it if you are new to baitcasters and want the easiest learning curve

Ive done a bit of that in open water, but research is compelling me to alter my strategy somewhat and try more often around points, fallen trees, and over the top of weed beds

#76 Didn't see Cotton-Cordell Big-0 crankbaits mentioned

Double Colorado Spinnerbait Spinnerbaits shine in the shallows

The Curado DC 200 features the I-DC4 unit--the DC in DC braking system--which is a digital control with 4 settings to let you control the reel's braking based on the conditions, maximizing your casts, and controlling against backlash

Paired with a high-quality graphite rod, this combo offers ample sensitivity and durability