Question for MikeP or others

[Slipknot]

Mike, you know that noodle rod I just got from MikeT , the Lami SB 121 3M. I think it will be great for throwing some of Brad's lures. I bought 3 - a 155 special in mackeral 3 1/2 0z., a stone cold in yellow 3 1/2 oz. and a Sagamore 155 special in purple 3 3/4 oz.
Now the question I have is do I retrieve the specials while whipping the rod back and forth to give the lure action? And how do I fich the Stone cold? that one doesn't have a flat spot like the others. Also should I put a single hook on the back instead of a treble? if so what size?

Thanks , and I really like the rod. It came out real nice and I love how it casts. I don't see how lami rates it so high.