If it is searching for that ever elusive rainbow trout in your favorite lake, or traveling to Cabo for that marlin you have always longed for, having the right equipment is essential. From saltwater to freshwater, the choices available today for the novice fisherman to the pro fisherman the choices can be overwhelming.
      Shopping for a rod and reel can be a little confusing with the wide range of brands and sizes. Rod types vary from casting poles, spinning, saltwater, trolling, to surf-rods, as does a reel with each running around fifty dollars upwards to a thousand or more. Once you have selected the right rod and reel combo for yourself, let's move on to bait and tackle.
      When it comes to bait, is it live bait, or a lure. Whether you are in freshwater or saltwater determines what you need. Natural bait consists of worms, leeches, crayfish, crickets, minnows, and grasshoppers for freshwater and eels, crab, shrimp, squid, and cut baits for salt. If it's a lure you want, then with the many thousands of colors, shapes, and sizes, this could take trial and error before you find what works best for you. When selecting a tackle box for all your gear you can choose from compact to large, there is a variety to choose from, or maybe it's a fishing vest you need.
      If it's off to the lake, then grab your rod and reel, tackle box, bait and your fishing license to have all the necessary equipment required for fishing.