best medium action baitcasting rod and reel combo GXR Bass – St. Croix ounce reel delivers quick retrieves and ultra Kilitn Fishing Rod and Reel

Car-boot sales are often a good source for a bargain - especially if you see somebody getting rid of a late relatives old fishing gear - they just see a bunch of old junk (which to be honest most of it probably is) but just occasionally you spot something worth haggling over

The braid is really fine - the idea is to keep the loaded spool mass and inertia as small as possible

Introducing the Ugly Stik Carbon series featuring 100% graphite for a lightweight rod, crisp actions, and increased sensitivity while maintaining the legendary toughness youve come to expect from Ugly Stik

If you know someone whos just getting started, this is the perfect entry point that they may never grow out of

Look for quality components like good guides, cork handles, and aluminum reels

lube the level wind assembly