I use a 5' ultralight rod with 6 lb mono (clear line, but I do plan to try some hi vis). I use 1/16 oz or smaller jighead- I only use a weedless one when necessary. I cast, count down, and retrieve. Retrieve may be steady or irregular, depending what fish want. Sometimes I cast to visible cover, or drops or submerged cover, and sometimes I fan cast a larger area. I also agree that strikes are very subtle at times- set the hook if in doubt. Good luck and I hope you catch a bunch!