avet 2 speed fishing reel HXJ 5/2 Raptor Plus MC Reels It is easier to use and gives you more control over your drag when a fish is on Avet JX G2 6/3 2-Speed

He fishes it across thick grass beds and other flooded cover, adjusting the presentation by raising or lowering the rod and adjusting the retrieve speed to keep the lure above or within the surface fringes

The thickness and type of rod material will determine this, power ratings are usually described as heavy, medium heavy, medium, light, etc some rod companies use a numerical system 1-10 with 1=Ultra Light-10= Extra Heavy

My bladed jig box comprises of Z-Man Chatterbaits in all sizes and models

Moderate action rods are great for casting larger softbaits, plugs and heavier lures where much of the rod is supporting the lure in the cast