[Gerry Zagorski]

As far as reels and poles, I'm using the Avet LX on 7 foot Seeker rated for 20 (30) 50. Nice part about this set up is a I can also use it inshore for trolling bass and blues. The LX is rated 15 pounds at strike and 20 at full drag so more then enough for mahi or stripers and will also be enough for the occational school bluefin Tuna if they show up in your spread.

For the inshore fishery there really is no need for the big heavy gold bulky 30 or 50 class gear. The newer smaller reels with higher drag ratings and increased line capacity when you use braided line is the way to go. Just make sure you have a nice long top shot of 30 pound mono since you don't want to be leadering in a fish with your hands with braid. The Avet MX and JX would do the job as well.

Having said all this, you can probably get away with some of the gear you use to fish for stripers and blues and if you intend to troll with heavier rigs like spreader bars you might put those same reels on a little heavier rod. I like using bright colored yellow braid too since it makes it easier to see the lines in your trolling spread.