It is a common misconception that rod and reel combos are lower quality than what you would get from rods and reels sold separately. The truth is there are plenty of quality combos from top-notch ...

Crappie fanatics have been mounting underspin reels on spinning—or fly—rods forever, taking advantage of the reel’s ability to toss lightweight baits and their jigging performance.

This style of fishing is essentially fly fishing without the reel and is great for minimalist anglers. The Hane kit comes with a 10-foot, 10-inch rod, leader, and flies to get fishing immediately.

Among his prized possessions is a fly rod and reel combination that holds special significance. "I've had the rod for about 18 years and I've had the reel for about 30," Rotz explained.

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

If you have a small river near you that has trout and you want to fish it, then that will dictate what weight/size fly rod ...