10 lb on spool. (maybe a little heavier.) no, 12 lb on spool. no, 14+ lb on spool, 12 lb still feels a bit too thin for now. line that’s hopefully a little stretchier–like monofilament. (but i’d like to try braided.) cast and jig, or just drop from the kayak/canoe. about 2 feet of line off of hook.
have 12 lb braided on a spool. focus on drop rigging off the kayak. could even sail around just dragging the line. fish plastics? something with independent movement.
instead of tying weigh, tie a jig head? fish live baits too.
focus on spoons? (Rinella)
out on the kayak. rubber gloves, like the cotton gloves coated in rubber (though cotton is yuck for cold).