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Cabelas, the giant outdoor retail store, has been selling fishing tackle for nearly 50 years. Bass Pro Shops is nearly that old, and now those two companies have merged. There are countless local bait shops, and stores like Walmart, Dick’s, and Academy stock a whole section with fishing equipment. The advantage to shopping retail is that you should find knowledgeable salespeople there to help you. But, of course, fishing equipment can be purchased online as well. In addition to Amazon, there are sites dedicated to offering premium gear at low prices. These might be specialized. For example, Catfish Connection’s website (www.catfishconnection.com) offers gear for catfish and crappie only. Companies like Zebco allow you to purchase their products directly from their websites. At www.zebo.com, you’ll find helpful articles and checklists, as well as a chance to buy rods, reels, or combos (a paired rod and reel).

There’s no shortage of gear out there. As you get deeper into fishing, you’ll see the need to acquire other pieces of equipment. Anglers who want to start catching bigger game will need heavier line and a rod and reel built to handle it. A well-crafted fishing rod can be a thing of beauty, so light and supple it feels like an extension of the hand. There’s nothing wrong with desiring better gear.

So, while you should start with the basics, feel free to add to that pile of fishing tackle in the corner of your garage. Part of the fun of fishing is seeing how the latest gear can make you a more successful angler.