amazon freshwater fishing combo rod & reel 80 off PLUSINNO and Combo, Telescopic Fishing Pole Kit with Spinning Reel, Tackle Box, Fishing Lures and Travel Carrying Bag, Fishing Gear Gifts for Men : Sports Outdoors The low profile reel is stuffed with bearings and a sturdy drag to handle the biggest of fights Daiwa Procaster 80 Combo

I like the Tite-loks better in a way, but it's quicker to adjust the angle on the Scotty, and easier to quick take off if you need "room"

Wild River Multi Tackle Large Backpack This is not a huge tackle backpack like the Wild River Tackle Tek Nomad, but it does have ample storage compartments it can hold as many as six compartment trays in just the lower compartment of the bag

The Improved Clinch knot is generally considered the easiest for beginners

Most trolling reels have heavy, solid spools

Knowing the target species, size of the rod and reel, where youll be fishing, and what your budget looks like are all good starting points