Fishing Rod and Reel Combos for Bluegill Crappie and Trout

The vast majority of anglers are fishing for bluegill, crappie, trout and other lake fish. When it comes to this sort of fishing the best rod and reel combo is a light power, fast action spinning fishing rod and reel.
If you go with an ultra light rod, you will find that it may not withstand to the larger end of fish you really want and it will feel flimsy in your hands.

If you’re fishing venue is known for catfish or the larger black bass than choose a medium power baitcasting rod with medium action. The baitcasting reel will have an enclosed spool mounted on top of the rod and will do well with a 10 pound test. This would fare well for any sort of fishing besides fly fishing and saltwater.

Fishing Rod and Reel Combos for Jig Fishing

The experienced fishermen know that pitching jigs is a great way to catch the big fish. Striped bass, muskellunge, flathead catfish and the big blue catfish require a medium to heavy power baitcasting rod that has a fast action tip.

The jig lures are often much heavier than bait fishing or lures and you need a rod that will handle the jig action as well as the size of the fish when you bring them up.