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Now to set the spool tension for your first cast, tie something on like a 1/2-ounce jig and while holding the rod tip straight out in front of you with about a foot of line between the bait and your rod tip, start backing off of the spool tension knob by rolling it towards your body slowly until the bait begins to fall

Fluorocarbon Line : This is a small piece of line that connects to your mainline braid on the top end and ties to your lure on the bottom end

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Theres a wide assortment of reels that fit this bill, so pricing will be the deciding factor for your first setup