Thread: Need help deciding on new pier rod and reel set up.

I am in the market for a fishing rod. I am looking for something to fish from the pier with. I want something I can use to target whiting, flounder, speckled trout, sheepshead and maybe handle a decent sized red. If I could cast a spoon or gotcha with it that would be a huge plus too. I only make it down one a year so I don't want to spend a lot. I have an Okuma Avenger 40 Baitfeeder reel and a Okuma Avenger 30 Baitfeeder that I can put on the rod. Which reel would you use and which rod would you use if you had these choice of rods:


Shakespeare Ugly Stik Elite Spinning Rod - 49.99
7'6"
Medium
Action:Moderate Fast


Line Weight:8-17 lbs.


Pieces:1


Handle Chart Reference:C


Model:USESP761M


Lure Weight:1/4 - 3/4 oz




Shakespeare Ugly Stik Elite Spinning Rod - 49.99
7'6"
Medium Light
Action:Moderate Fast


Line Weight:6-12 lbs.


Pieces:1


Handle Chart Reference:C


Model:USESP761ML


Lure Weight:1/8 - 5/8 oz






Ugly Stik Inshore Select Spinning Rod - $59.99
7'6"
Medium
Action:Moderate


Line Weight:8-20 lbs.


Pieces:1


Model:USISSP761M


Lure Weight:1/4 - 5/8 oz

I would go with the inshore personally. Check and see if there is a difference in line guides between the elite medium action and the inshore. I bet the inshore has the saltwater guides, which would help with corrosion.

I have the 7'6" inshore select, they are outstanding!

What size reel, line and lures do you use with it?