In your bass arsenal, do you have a 6 feet 6 inch or longer trigger or flipping stick? Rated at #12-#20 test? Also, any reel that can hold over 200yds of #15? The above set-up will handle 70% of your inshore requirement from baitcasting and plastics. The next step, depending on your budget would be getting a #30 set-up; least expensive is a Penn Jigmaster 500L ($39.99 on sale) and a 270 or 870 stick, like a seeker or old sabre ($75-$90). These two set-up should cover most of your requirements for your area. If you plan to go for Tuna in San Diego, heavier equipment is needed. If you are shopping for the gear, let me know, I can find you some decent deals as ther are other websites and friends whom alway has something they can part with.