There are plenty of great 2025 options when it comes to finding the right rod-and-reel setup for your fishing adventures.

A good baitcasting combo should have a smooth reel and a well-balanced rod, and should be easy to set up for beginners. Here are a few of the best baitcaster combos I recommend from first-hand ...

These reels hang beneath the rod, and the line is guided ... my spinning setup is absolutely essential. Think of it this way: a baitcaster is your go-to for accuracy and power, while a spinning ...

Nevertheless, some bass anglers refuse to use anything but a baitcaster. That’s too bad, because modern spinning reels, especially but not exclusively the higher-end models, are functional works of ...