baitcaster rod for trolling MagicTail Standup Rods – Capitol Fishing Tackle Company The Ironhead baitcaster float fishing rod is perfect for salmon and steelhead Casting/Trolling Rods

Best for Big Swimbaits: Shimano Tranx 300 B Pros Durable and reliable Very little flex Smooth Solid gearing to handle thousands of casts with big baits On-the-fly braking adjustment Cons Power handle is not ideal for working a glide Key Features Gear Ratios: 5:8:1 and 7:6:1 Weight: 12.2 ounces (7:6:1) Mono Capacity: 230 yards of 12 pound, 180 yards of 14 pound, 150 yards of 17 pound One-piece, aluminum construction SVS Infinity MD Tune braking system Price: $300 The Shimano Tranx is well known for being an excellent saltwater and freshwater baitcaster, but after over a decade of service it was due for an upgrade

It is very well made, beautifully finished, furnished with mustad 4 X tinned trebles & will handle tropical toothy critters straight out of the packet

Sandpaper : Coarse and fine grit for smoothing surfaces

I tested the smaller of the two offerings at 4 inches (my assumption is that the bigger 6-inch version will have the same features and basic action)