Both fiberglass and graphite have their good points and bad points!!! I have magnum Hotshot rods made by lamiglass that were made for pluggin only. I like them in heavy water but they slow the action of the plug down in soft water!!! In the soft water I like a IM7 berkely rod they are awesome seem to be able to fish almost dead water and they still keep my plugs working. The key is getting the fish landed after a hookup and after trying many,many different rods ,lami's,loomis, etc.., these are my go to rods now. So to get back on the plugging suggestion question my number one tip is a hook file, what has really improved my landing ratio is constantly sharpening my hooks not just when I put the plug out to start the day but every time I put the plugs out!!!PEACE