best value spinning rod and reel combo KastKing Spartacus Defender Twin-Tip and light saltwater OL' Salty Spinning Combo |

If youre looking for a hardcore surf reel or one that will catch a lot of saltwater on the gunwale of a boat, Id spend a little more for something like a Penn Spinfisher

Some hooks also feature an offset bend near the eye

The GLX's unique construction includes "stepped mandrels" with micro-tapers, isolating and reinforcing potential failure points under load, which not only increases durability but also allows for the fine-tuning of flex patterns specific to different fishing techniques

do you set the hook differently

But you should certainly think about it

That said, you may want to reinforce the netted scoop to the handle with some duck tape in case it comes loose from getting wet