5 Best Fishing Rods and Reels 2022

By Emily Lemon On Mar 24, 2022

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Teach a man to fish, and you let him hold your favorite rod and reel for a day. Teach a man how to find his own rod and reel, and you’ve addicted him for life. A lot of attention gets paid to lures and boats in the fishing world, but it’s the fishing rod and reel that do the real work. Today rods are made of space-age materials that mean they can last a lifetime, handle a wider variety of fish, and take a beating. But the best fishing rod brands for beginners aren’t just high-tech—they’re affordable, and built by anglers, for anglers. Here are the five best fishing rods and reels to buy before heading out to fish.

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Ugly Stik GX2 1-Piece Fishing Rod and Spinning Reel Combo, 7 Feet

This is a do-it-all, beater rod, and anglers love it for a simple reason: you’ll catch a lot of fishing using it. Its graphic and fiberglass construction, with one-piece stainless steel guides, means it’s tough as nails. And if The Big One breaks it (or you somehow manage to snap it in half), a new one’s not gonna bust your wallet.

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Solara Fishing Rod

The Japanese love bass fishing, and Shimano has made a damn fine rod for many years. Shimano’s Solara is a good alternative to Shakespeare’s Ugly Stik. Its two-piece construction helps with travel, and at twenty bucks, it’s a perfect beginner’s rod.

Elite Spinning Rod 6’6″

Take the Ugly Stik GX2’s toughness, build quality, and low price—and then swap in a cork handle and more graphite for extra feel. You have the Elite, which costs just a little more than the GX2, and proves Ugly Stik’s dominance of the market.

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Shimano Supreme XT Spinning Reel

Like the Penn, it’s got a sealed carbon drag. But its magnesium rotor and body, plus ten bearings for a silky smooth action, are a major upgrade.

Battle III Spinning Reel

This premium reel is constructed with a durable full metal body that holds up to tough salt water fish. If you’re looking to upgrade from your current situation, this is perfect.

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