6 segmented fishing lure 6-Segment Swimbait BSS001 this mini sunfish appears very delicate and vivid that looks like a real fish HERCULES Multi Jointed Swimbaits Fishing

Using braid with treble hook baits is no problem with this rod because it is more limber at the top so when a fish eats the bait, you don't rip the bait out of the fishes mouth on the hook set

I don't think you could reel fast enough with most small spin outfits to keep it away from a pickerel if he really wanted it

If, however, you want to chunk artificial lures and you are an experienced angler, baitcasting outfits can provide more backbone for hook setting and more action on your lures than spinning gear

Looking through the catalogs of American brands such as Hatch and other similar brands can be a good place to start though