Conventional Setup

[Jigman]

I asked this question on another forum and have gotten some good input. Figured I'd check here and see what others have to say.

I'm looking for a new conventional setup. Need distance. Would like to keep the rod no more than 8 feet (transporting), but could go a little longer if needed. I have a friend who wraps rods and has been trying to get me started in that too. Thinking this might be the time to give it a go.

Here is the deal. Setup would be used for landlocked stripers. Fishing below dams in rivers. Distance needed depends on the gate(s) that are open, people there, and the river, but generally the farther the better. Be throwing mostly topwater stuff: pencils, spooks, etc., in the 1-2 oz range. Might throw a jig or two as well. Most of the stripers are 15# or less in size, though they could be in a pretty good current.

I have a bunch of 5501 c3, 6501 c3 and c4. I can use one of those, or get something different. If I go with one of those, any suggestions of mods that might help increase distance?

Appreciate any help!

Jigman