There are many different kinds of fishing equipment. The area you plan to fish, and the type of fish you're going after will help you to determine the tools you will use.
      There are big game reels which provide the ultimate strength and durability when fishing bigger fighting fish like bass. Nets are also used to assist in the capture of an angry or heavy fish. Conventional reels are for fish anywhere from 12-130 pounds. Electric reels give you the luxury of setting the drag of the line and pulling the fish in without cranking the pole. Teaser reels allow the fisherman to hold enough line while controlling the teaser from the bridge.
      There are different types of plugs, spoons, and jigs that are used as lures to assist in catching your fish. Soft plugs resemble crabs, shrimp, and other varieties of bait to confuse your fish. Spoons are some of the most effective artificial bait. Due to its shiny surface, spoons attract hungry fish with ease. Jigs come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, and imitate the movement of bait fish. The deeper the fish you want to catch, the heavier the jig you need to use. Chums are used to drag along the boat to attract fish by smell. Old paint buckets with holes cut on top and rotting bait placed inside will entice hungry fish from far away.
      Learning about the various types of fishing equipment can make fishing more enjoyable by cutting down the guesswork and allowing you to spend more time and energy catching fish. Fishing is a hobby that is always reinventing itself with new techniques and equipment. Keeping yourself updated on the latest and greatest tools makes fishing not just a hobby, but a skill.