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I use a spinning reel for doggin because most of the time (if not all) Im throwing small amounts of lead. You want just enough lead to tick bottom every ten to fiteen feet or so. As you probably now, small amounts of weight and baitcasters dont mix very well. It can be done but is much easier and less hassle to use a spinning set up.
As far as rods (most use an 1141 or similar setup) the soft slow action allows the fish not to have the offering ripped out of its mouth while the boat is drifting.

At least, those are the reasons why I choose a spinning setup

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