I`m just starting the "basics" regarding surf casting, since I put the boat away.
I have 2 poles, one is a 9 1/2, that has a ( don`t laugh), South Bend 670A Long Cast, with a gear ratio of 4.6: 1.
The other pole is an 11 1/2, that has a ( I`m serious!

), Michell 386 ?
on it.
I`m guessing Braid would not be the best choice ?
Mono ? What lb. would work best?