What size reel should a beginner purchase for inshore saltwater?
Enough to hold 300 yards of 15 lb test braided line . I don't know where you are fishing but you should be fine with 15 lb braid everywhere inshore.Your leaders tied on with an Albright knot , will vary for whatever species you are targeting. 20 lb flourocarbon is ideal for non toothy . Don't worry it's completely invisible underwater.For toothy fish I would suggest a leader of 35–45lb fluorocarbon tied with an Albright knot also . You may even want to stick with the 20 lb leader coupled with a 6 inch piece of 30 lb Malin brand trace wire leader .Remember keep your terminal tackle at a minimum. Don't use shiny swivels or crazy heavy sinkers if you don't need them .A hook, line , and bait is what you start out with . Add weight , swivels, wire leaders as nesessary. Make sure your hook is appropriate for the fish you are fishing for.I've seen so many people using hooks that are too big it's rediculous. Fish are not stupid, they know their environment, and they know what looks unnatural.
Would a 20 lb test line cause problems for a 6-10 lb rod/reel setup?
Using line that's too thick will create more friction against the rod guides because they're too small for that line diameter. The reel spool will also be too small for it which limits the amount of line you can get on it, and it will create tighter loops in the line which will also increase friction against the rod guides and further limit your casting distance. Using a soft low-memory monofilament line will compensate for that to an extent, but if you really must use a line that strong then you're better off using braided line like what the above posters recommend. Also keep in mind that if you get a snag and need to break the line, you will need to cut it. Simply trying to break the line by pulling on it with such comparatively lightweight tackle could damage the reel.
Which Braid Line has SUPER Sensitivity and Thin Diameter ?
all of them. that is two of the reasons they are called SUPER lines.
How do you fish for catfish?
What equipment should I buy to catch them with? What test pound line? What bait works best in your opinion? We are fishing in a very large strip pit, if that helps. I know they are bottom feeders, should I tight line for them? If so, how can I do that? Can they be caught with lures? If so, what? Does any color work best? Any info is greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!