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A fishing rod and reel combo is a matched rod and a reel set already configured and ready to use "out of the box." The user doesn't have to worry about the rod's action (and whether it has suitable flexibility) or the reel's gear ratio. The user then winds the fishing line onto the spool and adds the terminal tackle of your choice. Some fishing rod and reel combos even come with line pre-wound. In general, fishing rod and reel combos are attractively priced, which makes them appealing for budget and value-conscious customers.
How Do You Pick a Reel Gear Ratio?
The reel's gear ratio is measured by how many times the spool turns for every single turn of the handle. If a reel has a gear ratio of 6.4:1, every time you turn the handle, the spool inside turns precisely 6.4 times.
The IPT or Inches Per Turn measures how much line is retrieved into the reel with a single handle turn. Be aware that spool size, depth, and width can impact IPT. The smaller the gear ratio number, the slower the reel than a larger ratio.
How Do You Pick a Fishing Rod and Reel?
The fishing rod's length is one of the first things to consider when choosing a new rod. Fishing rods range from stout close-quarter fishing rods to long casting poles. The length of fishing rods ranges from 4 to 14 feet! Longer fishing rods make for longer casts, but they're harder to maneuver. While shorter fishing rods give you more control, you won't get a very long cast.
Fishing rods are made from fiberglass, graphite, or composite (a mixture of the two). Rod materials significantly impact performance, so choosing which one will substantially affect your fishing success.
Fiberglass Rods: Fiberglass fishing rods are durable and can take quite a beating while affordable. However, while it is a very flexible rod, it is challenging to detect lighter fish bites. Fiberglass fishing rods are also very heavy and can be tiresome to hold one for a while.
Graphite Rods: Graphite fishing rods are a lightweight alternative to fiberglass fishing rods and are easier to detect lighter fish bites. However, graphite rods are stiffer and brittle compared to fiberglass rods. Graphite rods are more expensive than fiberglass rods.
Composite Rods: You can get the best of both worlds for fiberglass and graphite with composite fishing rods. A mix of graphite and fiberglass, composite fishing poles give you all the flexibility of fiberglass rods with the lightness of graphite rods without sacrificing sensitivity. Composite rods are the most expensive types of fishing rods.
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Before your next fishing trip, find the right kind of fishing rod reel for you! Or, if you're looking for something that has the perfect rod and reel already packaged, then a fishing combo might be the best choice for you: shop tackle, fishing apparel, and electronic fish finders. Whatever you're looking for, CampSaver is the place to go for all of your fishing supplies.
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