[2] Ugly Stik Tiger Big cats require a stout rod. The 7-foot, medium-heavy Tiger is practically unbreakable, Eberwien says, but maintains good bite sensitivity. $70; uglystik.comUgly Stik[3] Modified Bank Sinker You can buy special flat cat sinkers, but Eberwien says a bank sinker smashed with a sledgehammer works just as well for less money. $5–$7 per pack; basspro.comBass Pro
