20 lb mono line on a ugly stick fishing pole Stik 7' Catfish Spinning Rod and Reel Catfish Combo, Ugly Tech Construction with Clear Tip Design, 7' 2-Piece Moderate Fast Action Rod : Sports & Outdoors Crafted with 100% graphite Daiwa Tanacom 1200 Power Els PW 22340:40303736815731 Color:RR-536 CLEAR ICE

20 lb mono line on a ugly stick fishing pole Stik 7' Catfish Spinning Rod and Reel Catfish Combo, Ugly Tech Construction with Clear Tip Design, 7' 2-Piece Moderate Fast Action Rod : Sports & Outdoors Crafted with 100% graphite Daiwa Tanacom 1200 Power Els PW 22340:40303736815731 Color:RR-536 CLEAR ICE

Daiwa Tanacom 1200 Power Assist Electric Fishing Reel : Target

So in the winter time, most fish will relate to the bottom or suspend at a certain depth

Els PW 22340:40303736815731

Color:RR-536 CLEAR ICE

That’s heavier than what I use at home (and I don’t use the braid in Virginia), but I feel like I’m more likely to be around big fish and heavy cover South of the Border and the tradeoffs are worth it

Crafted with 100% graphite for a lightweight rod