drew03cmc, I have fished for hybrids here in oklahoma, I do mostly in the tailwaters of Oologah and Keystone, the gear that I use is a medium-heavy to a heavy action rod, 6.5 to 7.0 in length, with a Quantum baitcaster with at least 4 ball bearings, my favorite lure is a white zoom super fluke either on a 1/2 or 3/4 ounce jig head depending on amount of water being released, oh yeah, 20# line, I am sure there is several other ways, but this is my personal choices, good luck, Daryl.