b'Rods are typically measured by their Feature most important metrics, i.e. what weight lure they are good at working like this 80gm Black Magic flutter jig.Stickbait rods are often rated with90gm with a max of 110gm. It is similar metrics as jigging rods are,usually best to try to match a rod with a recommended line range,to the middle of its stated metric lure weight and a max drag rating.range, as this will be its sweet spot I have several Synit stickbait rodswhere the rod is most comfortable that have all three of these ratingsand capable of doing a great job and it is extremely helpful toof working a lure, taking the strain understand where the limitationsof the line, casting the weight etc. are to get the most out of the rodIn the case of the X24, I use lures and more importantly, understandthat usually weigh 60gm (it casts how far I can push the rod should I80gm lures extremely well too) with need to put the brakes on.I havea fighting drag of 7-8kg and P.E 4 a Van Dieman X24 rated for P.Eline. While the line rating is a little 2-4 line, with a max P.E rating oftowards the higher end, I use it 5, a recommended fight drag ofbecause it has a bit more abrasionSurf rods are measured by the weight of the sinker they can cast. In this case, a 3-9kg and a max drag of 11kg. Theresistance than P.E 3, not because ITica Kazumi Pro 4.5m is rated for 100-recommended lure weight is 30- want to fish the rod harder. 250gm (3.5 - 9oz) sinkers.26FISHING IN GODZONE MAGAZINE'