BEST SPINNING FISHING COMBOS

Spinning Rod and Reel Combos

Spinning Rod and Reel Combos are the easiest to use, most versatile combo for all types of fishing. No matter if you are fishing in the freshwater, or saltwater, lakes, streams, rivers, or in the surf, a spinning combo is the perfect setup for any type of fishing.

Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Combo

The Ugly Stik® GX2™ Spinning Combo is the next generation of Ugly Stik® that combines the heritage and tradition of the original while maintaining the strength and durability Ugly Stiks® rods are known for. Ugly Stik® GX2™ rods give you better balance for a lighter feel, improved components, and eye catching cosmetics for a more modern look versus the previous generation. These combos feature Ugly Tech™ construction, Ugly Tuff™ guides and the Ugly Stik® Clear Tip® design. The rod and reel in this combo is durable, and bendable under pressure of a fighting fish without breaking. They also have a great warranty. 3 ball bearings plus one way clutch instant anti reverse bearing Smooth gear feel and quick hook sets Reel sizes 40 and 50 have 2 ball bearings plus one way clutch instant anti reverse bearing When looking for your next rod and reel combo for your next fishing adventure, the most important features are rod strength, rod length, and material.

Spinning Combo Fishing Rod Weight

The weight of the rod that you need is determined by the type of fish that you want to catch. There are three ratings for different rod types which are Fast Medium and Slow. This rating indicates how much the rod will bend and flex when it is loaded. Fast - A Fast rod is the stiffest of the three, and will only bend at the tip. Medium - A Medium Rod is the most popular type of rod and bends deeper down the backbone of the rod than the fast rod and will have flex to the middle of the rod. Slow - A Slow rod is the most flexible rod type, and it will bend all the way from the tip to the end of the rod

Spinning Combo Fishing Rod Material

Spinning Combo Rods are typically made out of fiberglass or graphite. A fishing rod can be tubular, which is lighter because the center of the rod is hollow, or it can be solid, which is a little heavier because it is a solid piece of material but because of that it can also handle larger fish with less chance of breaking. Fiberglass Rods require less maintenance, and our resistant to rust and corrosion. They are strong and flexible and great for beginners. Graphite Rods are lighter and stronger than a fiberglass rod, but they can be fragile in the sense that the tips will break easier if hit against a vehicle or boat.

Freshwater vs Saltwater Spinning Combo

Freshwater rods are typically water resistant, but they are not always corrosion resistant. Saltwater can be very hards on the materials of a rod that is not designated as a saltwater rod. A saltwater rod has features built into the rod that will extend the life of the rod in harsher conditions. Freshwater rods typically smaller, and are made for lighter line, because the fish that you are targeting are generally not as big as you will encounter in saltwater. A good rule of thumb for freshwater rod length is that a six to seven foot rod, depending on what you are fishing for, and what you are fishing with. Saltwater rods are much heavier duty, are corrosion resistant to the saltwater elements. They also can hold a heavier line. Freshwater Spinning Rods are water resistant, but not necessarily corrosion resistant from the harsh elements of saltwater fishing Saltwater Spinning Rods are water resistant and will resist corrosion from the harsh saltwater elements Conclusion When choosing a rod and reel you should match the size of the line for both the rod and reel. Buying a perfectly matched combo is the best bet as the manufacturer has thoroughly tested the rod and reel combo for the best features, the best fit, and the best look and feel.

Johnny Morris Platinum Spinning Combo

The Bass Pro Shops® Johnny Morris® Platinum Signature Spinning Combo is one of the very best spinning rod and reel setups on the market. It has been designed to outperform more expensive gear, at a decent price. The Johnny Morris Platinum Signature Spinning Reel is strong, durable, and sensitive. It has a one piece aluminum frame for added strength. The 11 bearing (10+1) system with Powerlock™ instant anti reverse is water resistant. The perfectly matched spinning rod is incredibly light, yet it can handle the heavy lifting. They have joined 5 layers of carbon sheeting to create an advanced RTX5 graphite blank with impressive sensitivity and power. This years model is 15% lighter and 35% stronger than previous models. Includes light, yet durable Fuji SiC guideset, non slip Winn® grips; sleek, exposed blank Fuji reel seat with Soft Touch coating. A great all around high end spinning rod and reel combo, at a great price.

Johnny Morris CarbonLite Spinning Combo

The Johnny Morris® CarbonLite™ 2.0 Spinning Combo offers perfect balance and precision, combined with the strength and speed to handle any presentation. The reel is light but strong, durable, and feels great. It's built on a high performance carbon composite frame, with a double anodized aluminum spool. The advanced Micro Pitched Gearing (MPG) provides for a smooth and seamless operation. This 8 bearing system includes 7 stainless steel ball bearings plus PowerLock™ instant anti reverse. Paired with the Johnny Morris CarbonLite 2.0 Spinning Rod, which is made with RT4 Graphite using advanced Carbon Coil Technology™. This spinning rod is very light, and extremely sensitive.

Abu Garcia MLF Spinning Combo

The Abu Garcia® MLF® Spinning Combo is a rod and reel combo built for excellence. Abu Garcia’s Major League Fishing® reel paired with the MLF rod that is built for comfort, style, and excellent fishability. The MLF Spinning Reel has a durable and tough graphite body, and a machined aluminum spool with Rocket Spool Lip Design™. The 4 bearing system includes 3 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing; quality drag system. The Abu Garcia MLF Spinning Rod is built for comfort, style, and fishibility as well. With its quality 24 ton graphite blank construction, this rod provides sensitivity along with the power needed to handle virtually all bass techniques.

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