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Message: <blockquote data-quote="jtf" data-source="post: 452225" data-attributes="member: 22611">I used to night fish on OBX, NC. We used and use today the Shimano Stradic 4000 with braid and 40-50lb mono shock tippet, two lengths of the rod without barrel swivel, shorten up 3/4 of rod if using a barrel swivel it won't get reeled into the guides, have busted my share of inserts. I can't tie a bimini twist but that sure helps and takes a shorter "tippet."My night surf rig was a 10-12ft St Criox, they are heavy to hold imo for the price,  they make three saltwater surf grades.  There is probably a Temple Fork that would be priced right and good warranty, and always the old standby Ugly Sticks, break'em replace'em.Regardless of the brand, you'll probably want a rod that throws 6oz + bait in the long rod, maybe a bit lighter in the short rod will work. I have a long rod that throws 8 oz + bait, hurts my shoulders too. Do your son's friends know that sharks eat topwater at night?</blockquote>