80 pound test braided fishing line Reaction Tackle - NO FADE Pink X8 8-Strand this Line from the expert anglers at Power Pro is created using the long lasting and trustworthy components youve come to expect out of this wonderful provider Power Pro Spectra Braided Fishing

Some brands have great braking systems, whether magnetic or centrifugal

Walk into local stores like Gus' Tackle in Slidell or Chag's Sporting Goods in Metairie and they can get you squared away, or look for something with the following specifications: 100 size spinning reel ~ 6ft long spinning rod light action 6-8lb fluorocarbon fishing line The Lew's Laser Lite spinning combo is a great option

Floating/diving lure : A hard plastic lure that will float on the surface but, when retrieved, will dive under the surface thanks to a plastic vein on the front

This is not only a good fish catching element but also helps in retrieval from a snag