Reasonably priced JDM equipment is out there if you want to get your feet wet .
Most of my JDM rods are under $100 .
I pay more for my St. Croix rods .
I have paid $200 for a reel , and I think it was worth it .
I like super lightweight tackle and with the exception of St. Croix haven’t found any except the JDM rods I’ve bought .