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Everything you need to know about choosing a good rod and reel is covered in Chapter 7. You can choose a setup that best matches the kind of fishing you do. Most beginners start with a medium-length rod, between five and six feet long, and either a spinning or spincast reel. That’s a light outfit, with a relatively short rod, that transports well and carries easily.

As your fishing evolves to match your tastes, your rod and reel will likely change. With any rod and reel, remember that you need to carry it to wherever you’re fishing. The rod’s most important job, of course, is to perform well on the water. But before it gets to the water, it has to survive inside of your car’s trunk. Or a boat compartment. Or the mile-long trail down to the stream. Most rods “break down,” meaning that they can be separated into sections. This makes packing easier. Some rods are one-piece, so think about your travel issues before you purchase a rod. Although you won’t need them for basic fishing, rod carriers are available. Often made from tough plastic, rod carriers protect your gear while in transport. (Some require that you remove the reel from the rod first, which can be done fairly easily. Others are designed to hold the rod with the reel attached.)