Well its a preference thing like most things dealing with rod/reel combos along with line type. I would say a sensitive rod is a must, and no heavier than 8 pound test. Depending on where your fishing, I like light line as you get more action with it than a heavier line. But again it depends on the location and presentation style. Any cover at all in the area I would say use 8 lb test at least, so you can get the spoon back if it gets caught on small branches. But in open water you can use it or lighter.
If I am doing any casting at all I like casting reels versus spinning reels. Just me though. I like the control I have with a baitcaster reel. But match the reel to the rod with the line your wanting to use for the size of lure you wanting to use. All will have size amounts on them. Rod will say a line weight and a lure weight, start there and match to the reel. Rod needs a decent backbone that will give but not to much. B-N-M rods are good, as are others that people are sure to mention here, or in other rod threads that have been started here.
Good luck