Welcome to the site Hunter, fishing the pole gives you more control with bait presentation and of course accuracy, choice of pole has never been harder as there are that many to choose from but the old logic of handling a few before making your choice always holds good and your tackle dealer should be happy to put a few up for you, and to sort out elasticating the top kits for you. Most anglers are friendly people and will again probably let you have a hold of their pole at the end of a session. If you need help with specific poles dont be afraid to ask we can put you right.
If you are not into making your own rigs there are pretty reasonable ready made rigs available. Get and wet a line or two and line up your questions I am sure the lads on here will put you right.
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