new shimano rods Sellus Spinning Rod 7'0" Medium Heavy This innovative and lightweight hollow carbon handle increases vibration transfer through the rod and into an anglers hand for up to 30% more sensitivity for superior bite transmission Shimano CPCL106M2 Compre BC Salmon/Steelhead

Its like fishing in an aquarium

Introducing the Classic Inshore Ambassadeur 5500/6500 Classic Inshore : Though we have a good assortment of reels to choose from in the US, we always complain how we don't get the reels our international friends have in Europe and Asia

Alternatively, you can wrap a layer of compressible tape (like first aid tape) around the spool before putting on braided line.Thanks Spinning reels are designed to be used hanging beneath the rod as you fish

Its called Bayou Brew, and it is a pretty natural looking, translucent Shrimp body, but its got Orange in the head & tail, its got some Gold flake, and then it has Chartreuse lines on its back, and Chartreuse eyes

It is easy to handle and gives overall good control, long casts, and good abilities to fight a fish