I like the 10# hi-vis yellow on spinning gear, for the more finesse-type applications where line-watching is critical, and 50# green on baitcasting gear for the heavier cover situations
The angler must abide by all size, bag, season, and location-specific fishing regulations
(Here, too, the rod you like, in the length and weight you need, may not come in multiple grip options, so we dont stress grip options as much below.) If you do have a choice, Id suggest a vinyl-wrapped handle, which wont degrade as quickly as more common and cheaper EVA foam or cork
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Moving forward, the next difference is in the size of the handles on the two reels