Retrieve speed at 24ipt covers a lot of bases
I use a Daiwa Tatula 300 on my muskie combo, and I can recommend that reel wholeheartedly for this rod
It wasnt critical when I won the 2010 Classic on Lay Lake with a Red Eye Shad, and there was actually still a thin layer of ice on some of the backwaters when we started The key is to fish it near the bottom at this time of year by dragging or short hopping it, rather than burning it higher in the water column, like you would in much warmer water

What These Combos Are Best For Fishing location: Freshwater, light inshore, piers, ponds, canals, and soundside fishing Target species: Bass, trout, panfish, croaker, spot, puppy drum, and other light-tackle species Experience level: Beginner, casual, and recreational anglers Why This Combo Works Well Rod and reel are matched for balanced performance Designed for smooth casting and reliable fish control Pre-spooled with 12 lb monofilament line Comfortable cork handle for all-day use Built with Daiwa Digigear technology for smooth retrieves Suitable for freshwater and light saltwater use with proper maintenance Whats Included Rod: 7' medium power fiberglass spinning rod, 2-piece construction Reel: Daiwa 3000 size spinning reel Pre-spooled with 12 lb monofilament line Ready to fish right out of the package Who These Combos Are Ideal For Anglers new to fishing Visiting anglers looking for a ready-to-use setup Casual fishermen wanting a reliable combo at an affordable value Inexpensive inshore combo for fishing the sound from dock, boat or shore Anyone looking for a lightweight all-purpose spinning combo Why Buy Combos from Frank & Frans Frank & Frans selects combos that perform well in real Outer Banks fishing conditions

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And no discussion of nymph patterns would be complete without worm patterns