Would like to buy swimbait setup for striper, I`ve been doing alot of reading and it seems the okuma rod with a cardiff 300 or 400 would be the most bang for the buck. Now keep in mind I have never done this style of fishing and have no experience with baitcaster style reels. Am I getting in over my head? Is there a more basic setup I should start with, then work my way up to the bigger tackle? I will be shore fishing most of the time, DVL and skinner.
Thanks Bill