If you are fishing from shore, this simplifies things. Sink tips will work but the ideal line is a full sinking intermediate line. Anything that sinks faster than an intermediate will get stuck on the bottom or in the weeds near your feet as you retrieve it. From a boat or tube, faster sinking lines are my choice. Most companies make an intermediate - Cortland Clear Camo is very popular line for this. Sink tips are best suited for rivers, in my opinion, because they can be mended somewhat.