I use a spinning reel with 30# braid & 40# fluorocarbon leader. Fluorocarbon is more abrasions resistance. I tie the jig with a Kreh loop knot. My rod is rated ½ to 1 ½ oz. 7’.
I use the Tekota 500 for sea bass , togs & fluking. I use the reel with a Lamiglas TFX 7020 CT & TFX 7030 CT.
No matter what rod you buy, bring the reel with you & see how it feels on the rod. Everybody is a little different on what they like.
Depend on how much you are looking to spend.
Diawa SGT20H ABOUT 150$
PENN SQUALL 25 ABOUT 150$
SHIMANO TORIUM 14 ABOUT 180$
AVETS ARE ABOUT 180 & UP.
All the above reels are good for togging.
I would take the rod you plan on putting the reel on & see how it feels.
My favorite boat for the last few years is The Hampton lady out of Hampton Bays NY.
Close to home I like the Capt Al. If I go to NJ I like The Big Mohawk.
For me it is not just the about the Captain, it is also about the people that go on the boat. I am tried of fighting for space & fishing next to A$$ Holes