i like to use tip-ups, but nothing beats my setup. i get a medium-heavy action 24"+ jiging rod, put a cheap fly reel on it, throw some 6lb clear Stren, and a size 6-10 hook with out a leader!! it works great. some think i am crazy but a 2inch shinner on there is the ticket. i make stands for it so it doesn't go throung the hole!!! Try IT
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