st croix graph lite saltwater 7ft rod St. SOLS70MHF-C Sole Spinning Combo Rift is completed with ergonomics and componentry that further enhance the angling experience St Croix Triumph Spinning Rod

Pros Thinnest diameter braided line (less visibility and can get more line on a spool) Highly sensitive line Excellent dexterity and knot strength High abrasion resistance Cons Shorter spools at 50 yards Seaguar makes my favorite fluorocarbon leader line, they have the Fluorocarbon fishing lines dialed in with continual quality products

The downside to this stiffness is that its harder to feel the rod load, and it wasnt quite as accurate as some of the other options

Croix Triumph Travel was also a standout, blending a sensitive tip with a predictable backbone that launched casts and hauled in trout

The only warning Id offer is about is the length of the rod, which can be a hindrance when youre short on space for landing fish

For anglers who value feel over power, the G is definitely worth a look

Setting up a rig off camp that includes a larger bobber and lighter colored worm or fake minnow (ie: Berkley Gulp Paddle Shad, Zoom Super Fluke or Super Fluke Jr., 5 inch Yamasenko Worm in Chart/Shad in our Retail Store) with a weight several feet up from the bait may work best to mimic a sucker minnow