What Alphahawk said about casting!! Tiny jigs and average American lines are an exercise in frustration. I have fished a 1/32 with a plastic body on 4lb line for a long time, but that rig just won’t cast anything lighter very well. Stren crappie in 2lb hi vis will help but it doesn’t compare to the JDM lines. To my surprise, the JDM line isn’t that expensive. The rods and reels, well......you’re on your own there. There are entry level and very good ones for you to learn about and choose from. Just like when you started fishing, a little at a time. I also use a strike indicator sometimes, really a very tiny float. Most times I’m casting with nothing but a jig. Prepare to lose some while you learn the new stuff. Slow retrieve speed is key or you’ll just be working the higher portion of the water column. The strikes are fantastic, and then the drag sounds off, and you feel like a 16 year old kid walking out the door on his first date. There’s no going back.