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Top Five Bait Casting Rods
Bait casting rods are perfect for top water plug action with comparatively heavy line. Their shorter length and heavier backbone allow wrist action to make a plug walk. The better rods will have a fast taper and comfortable hand grip.
Top Five Popping Rods
Popping rods area modified specialty version of the standard casting rod. In general they are longer rods with a longer handle and a medium action. All of these qualities make it easier to fish a live shrimp under a popping cork, hence, the name. A number of companies make popping rods, but for the most part these rods are made and perfected along the Gulf Coast of the United States.
Top Three Ultralight Spinning Reels
Ultralights are usually reels that handle six pound test line or less. Some reels are actually designed for 2 pound test line. Prices vary for these little guys, as does quality and saltwater resistance. 
Top Seven Light Tackle Spinning Reels
Light tackle spinning reels are reels that are ideal for inshore angling. Line capacity and strength in the 8 to 15 pound test range make them good for a variety of fish. 
Top Three Heavy Tackle Spinning Reels
Heavy spinning reels are used in a variety of fishing situations, from surf fishing to trolling blue water. They are made tough and will stand up to a reasonable amount of abuse.

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