Niagara Bar Water Temp? Need Opinion On Some New Gear

[mclw0001]

Does anyone have an idea of water temp south shore niagara river mouth and the bar? Waiting for the laker fishing to really turn on! Also im looking to replace rod and reel, whats everyone recommend for a reel, walker downrigger rods? thanks a lot zach

[Gill-T]

Everything is 40 degrees for now.