Common Rod and Reel Options

Illustration showing a closed spin casting reel and and an open-bail spinning reel

Photo By/Credit

USFWS

Date Shot/Created

05/23/2023

Media Usage Rights/License

Public Domain

Image

Two of the most common used for beginners are a closed spin casting reel and an open-bail spinning reel.

Recreational Activity

Fishing

Subject tags

Fishing

Recreation

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