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Fishing equipment depends on where you fish, what you're after and how. Spinning rods and reels are the easiest to learn and cover a wide range of freshwater and light saltwater fishing. Baitcasting setups give more control and accuracy with heavier lures and lines. Fly fishing uses weighted fly lines with rods and reels matched by line weight, and surf, offshore and ice fishing each have their own specialized gear.
Rods are described by length, power (how much force bends them) and action (where along the blank they flex). Reels are sized to the rod and line and described by gear ratio and drag. Line comes as monofilament, fluorocarbon and braid. Terminal tackle includes hooks, weights, swivels and leaders, and lures range from crankbaits and spinners to soft plastics, jigs and hand-tied flies.
Accessories include tackle boxes and bags, landing nets, pliers, line cutters, rod holders, waders and fish grips. Check local fishing license requirements, seasons, size and catch limits and any gear restrictions before you go, and handle fish you release with care.
Choosing fishing equipment
- Match rod power and action to your target species and the lure weights you'll throw.
- Pair the reel size and line type and strength with the rod's rated line range.
- Choose lures, flies and hooks for local species, water clarity and season.
- For used reels, ask about servicing, drag smoothness and any corrosion from saltwater.
- Check local fishing license rules, seasons, limits and any restrictions on gear or bait.
Questions about fishing equipment
What fishing setup is good for a beginner?
A medium-power spinning rod and reel combo spooled with monofilament covers many freshwater species and is forgiving to learn. Add a small selection of hooks, weights, floats and simple lures.
Do I need a fishing license?
Most places require a license for recreational fishing, sometimes with separate rules for fresh and saltwater. Check with your local fisheries authority.
What's the difference between rod power and action?
Power describes how much force it takes to bend the rod. Action describes where it bends — fast-action rods flex near the tip, slow-action rods bend further down the blank.