While alot of guys will suggest an extra fast rod for this technique. I'll go against the grain and say something with a more moderate action will work better when fighting a fish and for also helping the jerk bait stay in place so to speak while not having to work as hard to do it.

Jackall Iobee frog walks the best while it is usually more expensive definitely my favorite.

8-12 inches is what i do, however you'll find a lot of it relates to how good the guide train is and what size spinning reel you have on much more so than bait casting equipment. This one area where a good custom rod usually shines.

Senkos or Trick worms it really just comes down to how well you can line watch and your patience.

The Blanks are really sensitive you just have to make sure to handle it properly. To many guys complain when a really high modulus rod breaks because they tried to boat flip a 5 lber or they accidently scratched it and wondered why it broke a week later.

I've always had luck using zoom trick worms, the tattle tail worm by gene lard works pretty nice as well.

I've always used horny toads and a single weighted hook, fish it all over florida and found no reason to change. Screw lock works great.

I haven't had any trouble with the stock hooks that come on them as they are very sharp and hold up well.

A parabolic graphite rod works great for the smaller spy bait i usually use braid with a 10 yard 6 lb. flouro leader and find i can get the same action as all flouro.

Agreed I fish all spiral wrapped rods and see no negatives to them. I have yet to find someone to back up there claims of negativity toward spiral wraps or find someone that can cast further with a similar on top setup.

I'm definitely surprised by the results, although I think that everyone should reel opposite of their dominant hand as I can't find the logic not to. Count me in on the RH dominant left hand reel crew.