Buyers Guide to Fishing Pole

I like many people really enjoy the idea of finding the right fishing pole and reel. When looking online or at your outdoor fitters “near me/you”. I want to lay this Buyers Guide out by comparing Store, Brand, Review, and usefulness.

I went to shop at 2 online stores and my local Walmart “near me”.

Our Stop At Cabela’s

The first store I went to is Cabela World’s Foremost Outfitters

B’n’M’ Sam Heaton Super Sensitive Crappie Pole

Regular Price: $49.99 – $69.99

B’n’M’ Sam Heaton Super Sensitive Crappie Pole

Made of IM-6 graphite blanks
Aluminum-oxide guides provide smoother line flow
Durable rods with the action you expect from B’n’M

These are tough, durable rods with the action you expect the most well-known crappie fisherman in the industry, Sam Heaton. Made of IM-6 graphite (40-million modulus) blanks, these ultra-sensitive rods are designed for crappie and panfish. Aluminum-oxide guides provide smoother line flow and prevent line sticking. Portuguese cork handle.
Sizes: 9′, 10′, 12′.

B’n’M Russ Bailey Signature Series Crappie Jig Pole

Regular Price: $69.99 – $74.99

Item: IK-148738

B’n’M Russ Bailey Signature Series Crappie Jig Pole

Designed with input from Russ Baily
Blend of high-modulus graphite
Stainless steel spinning guides
Line-depth markers
100% cork handle

The B’n’M Russ Bailey Signature Series Crappie Jig Pole was designed with input from professional crappie fisherman, Russ Baily, for jigging crappie or bream by swinging or dropping baits into heavy cover, yet the pole utilizes stainless steel spinning guides to allow you to cast or flip light baits, with accuracy. Made from a blend of high-modulus graphite that allows you to feel light bites, and set hooks on tender mouths without tearing them out. Line-depth markers, placed in 1′ increments, aid you in maintaining the correct jigging depth. A 100% Portuguese-cork handle provides comfort and balance for enhanced control over bait presentations. The Russ Bailey Signature Series Crappie Jig Pole breaks down into 2 sections for ease of transport and storage.

Bass Pro Shops Johnny Morris CarbonLite 2.0 Baitcast Rod and Reel Combo

Rated 4.9 out of 5 by 15 people.

$209.98

Model NumberJCT10SHHLA/JCT7

Line Capacity12/120

Bass Pro Shops Johnny Morris CarbonLite 2.0 Baitcast Rod and Reel Combo

Make the most out of your time on the water with our Bass Pro Shops® Johnny Morris® CarbonLite™ 2.0 Baitcast Combo. Unbelievable balance and precision, plus the strength and speed to handle any presentation.

Strong, smooth, and quick, our Johnny Morris CarbonLite 2.0 Baitcast Reel features loads of carbon fiber in all the right places. The list of pro-level features includes a rigid 1-piece aluminum frame, carbon fiber side covers, a machined-aluminum V-spool, aluminum crankshaft, brass main gear, premium 10-bearing system with double-shielded stainless steel ball bearings and Powerlock™ anti-reverse, Dual Braking System™, powerful 6-disc carbon fiber drag, and carbon fiber recurve handle with EVA grips.

Our super-light Johnny Morris CarbonLite 2.0 Rod is built to give you the competitive edge, with Carbon Coil Technology™ double-helix reinforced RT4 Graphite for ultimate strength and sensitivity. Advanced Fuji® FaZlite® guides take weight reduction even further. Winn® grips deliver the ultimate in comfort, reducing stress in your hands and body and enabling longer, more accurate casts as the day goes on. A unique Skeletonized Air reel seat maximizes sensitivity with massive blank exposure, and our popular Line ID system helps you keep track of your rigging, both on the casting deck and in the rod locker.

Reel features:

Rigid 1-piece aluminum frame
Strong carbon fiber side covers
Double-anodized, machined-aluminum V-spool
Titanium nitride-coated line guide
Aluminum crankshaft, brass main gear
Premium 10-bearing system
Double-shielded stainless steel ball bearings
Powerlock anti-reverse
Dual Braking System
Powerful 6-disc carbon fiber drag
Carbon fiber Recurve handle with EVA grips

Rod features:

Carbon Coil Technology
RT4 Graphite blank
Durable Fuji FaZlite guides
Comfortable, non-slip Winn grips
Skeletonized Air reel seat
Line ID system built into the rod butt

Web ID: 100055513

New!PENN Torque Two-Speed Lever Drag Gold Reel

PENN Torque Two-Speed Lever Drag Gold Reel

Rated 4.5 out of 5 by 14 people.

$549.99 – $599.99

PENN Torque Two-Speed Lever Drag Gold Reel

Manufactured in Philadelphia, the lightweight PENN® Torque™ Two-Speed Lever Drag Gold Reel features an open-top design with machined and anodized aluminum body and side plates, along with a lightweight forged aluminum spool. Stainless steel main and pinion gears; 6 shielded stainless steel ball bearings with quiet double-dog anti-reverse. Quick Shift 2-speed system easily shifts into high or low gear. Engineered to provide unflagging PENN durability, the sealed Dura-Drag™ washers virtually eliminate hesitation, even under extreme drag settings.

Quick Shift 2-speed system
Machined and anodized aluminum body and side plates
Lightweight forged aluminum spool with line capacity Rings
Stainless steel main and pinion gears
Sealed Dura-Drag system
6 shielded stainless steel ball bearings
Quiet double-dog anti-reverse

Web ID: 1302150531245Important notice

Notice–Dropship.
Item(s) will ship directly from the manufacturer; delivery options and/or shipping upgrades are unavailable. Please allow 7 business days for delivery. Contiguous 48 states only. Item is not eligible for ship-to-store delivery. Street address is required. — Even though you are able to checkout with this item, it will be removed from your order if shipping to a restricted location.
Notice–Dropship.
Item(s) will ship directly from manufacturer; delivery options and/or shipping upgrades and delivery tracking are unavailable. Standard shipping is 3-6 business days. 48 contiguous states. Item is not eligible for ship-to-store delivery. A street address is required for delivery. — Even though you are able to checkout with this item, it will be removed from your order if shipping to a restricted location.

New!Penn Fierce III Spinning Reel

Penn Fierce III Spinning Reel

Rated 3.7 out of 5 by 3 people.

$59.99 – $99.99

Penn Fierce III Spinning Reel

The Penn® Fierce® III Spinning Reel delivers saltwater-tough performance at a modest price. Its rugged Full Metal Body and sideplate maintain precise gear alignment even under the strain of heavy loads, combining with the Techno-Balanced™ rotor to ensure smooth, hitch-free performance in all conditions. Heavy-duty aluminum bail wire and braid-ready spool with line capacity rings; 4+1 stainless steel bearing system includes instant anti-reverse for rock-solid hooksets. And to give you the upper hand against hard-charging game fish, the Fierce III’s powerful drag system is built around Penn’s legendary HT-100™ carbon fiber drag washers. With its solid Penn construction, smooth operation, and superior drag, the Fierce III gives inshore anglers maximum value for their money.

Full Metal Body and sideplates
Techno-Balanced graphite rotor
Heavy-duty aluminum bail wire
Braid-ready spool with line capacity rings
4+1 stainless steel bearing system
Instant anti-reverse
HT-100 carbon fiber drag washers
Incredible value

Web ID: 100320655

Important notice

Notice–Dropship.
Item(s) will ship directly from manufacturer; delivery options and/or shipping upgrades and delivery tracking are unavailable. Standard shipping is 3-6 business days. 48 contiguous states. Item is not eligible for ship-to-store delivery. A street address is required for delivery. — Even though you are able to checkout with this item, it will be removed from your order if shipping to a restricted location.

New! Bass Pro Shops Tourney Special Baitcast Rod and Reel Combo

Bass Pro Shops Tourney Special Baitcast Rod and Reel Combo

Rated 5.0 out of 5 by 2 people.

$79.99

Bass Pro Shops Tourney Special Baitcast Rod and Reel Combo

See and feel the difference technology can make! Our Bass Pro Shops® Tourney Special® Baitcast Combo offers the advanced features today’s performance-driven angler depends on, at a price you’ll like.

The Bass Pro Shops Tourney Special Baitcast Reel sports a sleek silver finish and incorporates our proven Smart Cast anti-backlash technology, which features both inner and outer centrifugal brake systems to give you total control of the cast from beginning to end. Can you say “Virtually no backlashes?” Features a sturdy graphite frame; forged, double-anodized aluminum spool; smooth 5-bearing system that includes Powerlock™ instant anti-reverse; recurve handle with EVA knobs; and a recurve drag star.

Crafted with premium graphite, our Bass Pro Shops Tourney Special Casting Rod is remarkably powerful yet incredibly responsive. This tournament-grade rod is built on a high-grade RT2 graphite blank that has a unique fiber layering pattern designed to reduce weight and improve sensitivity. Lightweight 304 stainless steel guides have stainless steel inserts for unhindered line flow in either direction. Exclusive low-profile, exposed-blank reel seat; comfortable split-grip EVA handle; multipurpose hook keeper.

Reel features:

Sturdy graphite frame
Forged, double-anodized aluminum spool
Smooth 5-bearing system
Powerlock™ instant anti-reverse
Smart Cast dual centrifugal brake
Recurve handle with EVA knobs
Recurve drag star

Rod features:

Powerfully built, yet incredibly responsive
High-grade RT2 graphite blank
Low weight, high sensitivity
304 stainless steel guides with stainless steel inserts
Low-profile exposed-blank reel seat
Comfortable split-grip EVA handle
Multipurpose hook keeper

Web ID: 100187478

New!Clam Gravity Elite Inline Hybrid Reel

$89.99

Clam Gravity Elite Inline Hybrid Reel

Weighing just 7 ounces, the Clam® Gravity Elite Inline Hybrid Reel gives you an exceptionally lightweight, responsive ice fishing reel for maximizing your catch. Ease of use and fatigue-free comfort are built into its ergonomic design, coupling with the unique adjustable drag system to allow you to fish with optimum efficiency. Its super-smooth main drag system is tied into an extremely sensitive anti-drag trigger that adjusts freespool tension to accommodate everything from the lightest panfish jigs to the heaviest walleye baits. Super-tough CNC/graphite construction with fixed retrieve.

Extremely lightweight ergonomic design
Weighs just 7 oz.
Highly efficient adjustable drag system
Super-smooth main operating drag
Extremely sensitive, trigger-adjustable freespool tension
Accommodates all jig weights
Tough CNC/graphite construction with fixed retrieve

Web ID: 100265033

Remember when shopping Cabelas or Brass Shop online you have to spend $50.00 to get 2-day free shopping.

Our Stop At Dick’s Sporting Goods

Our secord stop online was Dick’s Sporting Goods. Here are I a few items I found useful:

Favorite Fishing Defender Spinning Reel

$59.99

Reel Size: 2000

The Favorite Fishing® Defender Spinning Reel features a lightweight carbon composite body and titanium nitride covered anti-twist line roller and spool lip. It uses a Feather Light Rotor and stainless-steel main shaft with a 5.2:1 gear ratio. This compact and heavy duty reel has 8 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing with a super smooth braid winding system. The handle on the Defender Spinner is machine metal with a soft-touch EVA knob.

FEATURES:

Lightweight carbon composite body and side cover
Titanium nitride covered anti-twist line roller and spool lip
8 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing
Instant anti-reverse
Gear ratio 5.2:1
Feather Light Rotor
Stainless steel main shaft
Super smooth braid winding system
Machined metal handle with soft-touch EVA knob

Brand : Favorite Fishing USA
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Web ID: 19CSUUDFNDRSPNNNGREE
SKU: 20339557

Favorite Fishing Googan Spinning Combo

$59.99

Favorite Fishing® has teamed up with Googan Baits® to create an entry-level spinning combo. Its two-piece rod construction is crafted with IM24T carbon to ensure lightweight durability, perfect for new anglers getting acclimated to the sport. With a simple, sleek look and feel, the Favorite Fishing Googan Spinning Combo is what any angler needs to go from watching fishing on the internet to reeling in a quality fish of their own.

FEATURES:

Entry-level spinning combo
Inspired by the Googan Squad
2-piece construction
Green, black and white color
Crafted with IM24T carbon
4+1 ball bearing reel
1 Year Limited Warranty

Brand : Favorite Fishing USA
Country of Origin : Imported
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Web ID: 18CSUUGGNSPNNNGCMCOM
SKU: 19489458

PENN Conventional Reel Covers

$14.99 – $19.99

Protect your reel with confidence and use the PENN® Conventional Reel Covers. The covers are made of durable 5 mm neoprene and have triple stitched seams which will prevent tears. The VELCRO® brand closures keep your reel secure, and the lug cut-out slots allow for easy and convenient storage. Keep your reel safe during storage and transport with the PENN® reel covers.FEATURES:

Conventional reel covers protect your reel
5mm neoprene covers
Triple stitched seams
Durable VELCRO® brand closures
Lug Cut-out “slots” for easy storage (on all but XXS)
VELCRO® is a registered trademark of Velcro BVBA, used with permission.
PENN

SPECS:

XXS

Model: XXSMRC
Type: Conventional
Reels: TRQ200, TRQ100, TRQ100LD, 965, 975, 975CS, 975CSLD, 975SLD, 112H, 310GTI, 310GT2, 525MAG, 525GS, 535GS, 545GS, 500L, 320GTI, 320GT2, 320LD, 555GS

Model: XSMRC
Type: Conventional
Reels: TRQ300, TRQ300LD

Model: SMLRC
Type: Conventional
Reels: 30VSX, 16VSX, 16VS, 30TW, 30T, 20T, 16S, 12LT, 10KG, 113, 113H, 113H2, 113HSP, 113H2SP, 113HLW, 113H2LW, 113HN, 113MTL, GLD20II, 10LD, 220, 230, GLD20, 15LD, 330GTI, 330GT2, 330LD

Model: MEDRC
Type: Conventional
Reels: 50VSX, 30VSW, 30VW, 50S, 50T, 50ST, 30SW, 30TW, 30T, 30S, 114, 114H, 114HLW, 340GTI, 340GT2, 345GTI, 345GT2, 15KG, GLD30, GLD30II, 24KG

Model: LRGRC
Type: Conventional
Reels: 70VS, 50VSW, 50VW, 70VSL, 50SW, 50S, 50TW, 115L, GLD50II, 116L

Model: XLGRC
Type: Conventional
Reels: 80VSW, 80TW, 80T, 80STW, 80ST

XXL

Model: XXLRC
Type: Conventional
Reels: 130VSX, 130ST, 117L

Brand : PENN Fishing
Country of Origin : United States of America
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Web ID: 15PNFULRGRCNPRNRLFAC

PENN Precision Reel Grease

$4.99 – $19.99

Keep your reel good as new season after season with PENN® Precision Reel Grease. This reel grease is designed specifically for fishing reels and protects against wear and corrosion. Get the smooth operation you want every time you go fishing with PENN® Precision Reel Grease.FEATURES:

Designed specifically for fishing reels
Offers corrosion and wear protection
16 oz. (1 lb.) jar and 2 oz. jar available
Formula bonds to the metal
Models: 1LBGSECS4, 2OZGSESD12
PENN

Brand : PENN Fishing
Country of Origin : United States of America
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Web ID: 15PNFU1LBGSCS41LBFAC

Our Stop At Walmart

Our final stop is our local Walmart “near me”. Here are I a few items I found useful:

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Ugly Stik GX2 Youth Spinning Reel and Fishing Rod Combo

Average rating: 4.3 out of 5 stars, based on 35reviews

Walmart # 552075855

$39.95 Buy now price check at Walmart

Ugly Stik®GX2™ Youth Spinning combo is the perfect choice for youth anglers. Includes the same great features as the men’s and ladies’ rods providing the Ugly Stik® toughness with a modern look that makes it their own.

Ugly Stik®GX2™ 5’6″ 2pc medium action spinning rod
EVA spilt grip design for lighter weight and smaller hands
30 size spinning reel with 1 ball bearing
Machined anodized aluminum spool for improved durability
7 year warranty

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WARNINGS:

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This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.p65warnings.ca.gov

Specifications

Brand	Shakespeare
Manufacturer Part Number	USYTHSP30CBO
Type	Spinning Combos
Fishing Location	Freshwater
Gender	Unisex
Assembled Product Weight	1.03 lbs
Model	USYTHSP30CBO
Color	Black
Assembled Product Dimensions (L x W x H)	66.00 x 4.60 x 3.80 Inches

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Ozark Trail 6’6 M Fishing Rod and Abu Garcia Max Z Spinning Reel Combo

Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars, based on 2 reviews

Walmart # 574255523

$39.86 Buy now price check at Walmart

Size 30 Spinning Reel with 4 Ball Bearings 6’6″ 1-piece Medium IM-6 Graphite Spinning Rod Cold-Forged Aluminum Spool + Slow Oscillation Stainless Steel Guides and Hook Keeper Pre-spooled with 8lb Mono Line

Size 30 Spinning Reel with 4 Ball Bearings
6’6″ 1-piece Medium IM-6 Graphite Spinning Rod
Cold-Forged Aluminum Spool + Slow Oscillation
Stainless Steel Guides and Hook Keeper
Pre-spooled with 8lb Mono Line
3 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing
Lightweight graphite body and rotor
Rocket Line Management system provides better line control
Rocket Spool Lip Design allows better control of line coming off the spool
Soft rubber handle knob for added comfort and feel

Specifications

Brand	Abu Garcia
Features	Freshwater
Type	Spinning Combos
Fishing Location	Saltwater
Gender	Unisex
Color	Black

PENN Spinfisher V Spinning Fishing Reel 5+1BB Ball Bearings 6.2:1 Left/Right Interchangeable Collapsible Handle Fishing Wheel

$183.20 Buy now price check at Walmart

Whether you’re surfcasting from the shore or embarking on a multiday billfish hunt, the Penn Spinfisher V Spinning Fishing Reel offers the durability needed to withstand harsh saltwater conditions.

Features:
Watertight spinning reel performs reliably in saltwater and sand environments.
Durable construction with full metal body, sideplate, Techno Balanced rotor and heavy-duty aluminum bail wire.
Machined and anodized aluminum Superline spool with line capacity rings.
Sealed HT-100 Slammer drag system provides robust, silky-smooth drag, while friction trip ramp prevents premature bail trip when casting.
Fluid cranking with 5 shielded stainless steel ball bearings and instant anti-reverse bearing.

Specification:
Brand: Penn
Model: Spinfisher V
Type: Spinning reel
Material: Alloy
Color: Black & gold
Reel Handle Position: Left / right
Drag Type: Front drag
Anti-Reverse Feature: Instant anti-reverse
Reel Size: 3500 / 4500 / 5500 / 6500 / 7500 / 8500 / 9500 / 10500 (Optional) Series Ball Bearing Gear Ratio Line Capacity YD/LB Mono Capacity YD/LB Weight Retrieve Rate Max Drag 35005+16.2:1230/10 215/15 165/20390/4 250/6 210/8379g30″ | 76cm9kg45005+16.2:1365/15 280/20 200/30300/8 250/10 185/12396g34″ | 86cm11kg55005+16.2:1425/20 320/30 250/40360/10 270/12 240/1535″ | 89cm13kg65005+16.2:1430/30 340/40 280/50330/12 300/15 210/20603g39″ | 9

Watertight spinning reel performs reliably in saltwater and sand environments.
Durable construction with full metal body, sideplate, Techno Balanced rotor and heavy-duty aluminum bail wire.
Machined andanodized aluminum Superline spool with line capacity rings.
Sealed HT-100 Slammer drag system provides robust, silky-smooth drag, while friction trip ramp prevents premature bail trip when casting.
Fluid cranking with 5 shielded stainless steel ball bearings and inst

WARNING:

WARNING:This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm. For more information, go to. www.p65warnings.ca.gov

Specifications

Brand	PENN
manufacturer_part_number	5+1bb
Type	Spinning Reels
Assembled Product Weight	3.19 lbs
Assembled Product Dimensions (L x W x H)	7.87 x 7.48 x 5.51 Inches

Daiwa BG Saltwater Spinning Reel-BG4000 Medium

Average rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 11 reviews

Walmart # 576197165

$91.26 Buy now price check at Walmart

The next generation of the popular BG series Spinning reel has gotten leaner and meaner. Super duty, oversized gears put the competition in the rear view mirror. Hardbodyz aluminum body and side cover provides strength in the form of corrosion and scratch resistance. Lightweight Air Rotor weighs 15 percent less than ordinary rotor designs. Its unique shape reduces unnecessary weight while distributing stress more evenly throughout the rotor for maximum strength. Dynamic Cut aluminum ABS Spool maximized core diameter and reversed taper mean 100 percent useable line. ABS causes less casting friction for longer and easier casting. Features a smooth 6 + 1 bearing system. The waterproof carbon ATD drag system allows for smooth no-stick performance when the “big one” takes a run. Braid line ready spool. Daiwa’s Screw-in-handle design provides zero movement or play between the main gear and handle arm. This lack of movement offers the angler both confidence and control when rotating the handle. 6 + 1 Bearing system

Specifications

Features	6 + 1 Bearing system
Brand	Daiwa
Manufacturer Part Number	4014078
Type	Spinning Reels
Model	BG4000
Fishing Location	Saltwater
Assembled Product Weight	0.93 oz
Assembled Product Dimensions (L x W x H)	5.25 x 6.25 x 6.25 Inches

BG Saltwater Spinning Reel

Average rating: 5 out of 5stars, based on 1 reviews

Walmart # 576197090

$84.42 Buy now price check at Walmart

The 9, 209, and 309 level wind reels are legendary for their versatile performance. Anglers worldwide have found their reliability and incredible toughness is at home anywhere – fresh or saltwater, casting or trolling. The popularity of these reels is unwavering, even though the design and look date back to the early 1940’s with a simplistic, functional, and durable reel that is extremely capable. Bakelight sideplates. Machined and anodized aluminum spool. Machine cut brass main gear. Precision- machined stainless steel pinion gear. HT-100 drag washers. Stainless steel level wind system.

WARNING:

proposition 65 reasons:WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including TDI, which are known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Specifications

Features	fishing-reels
Brand	BG
Manufacturer Part Number	BG2500
Type	Trolling Reels
Model	BG2500
Fishing Location	Bait Casting
Assembled Product Weight	0.73 oz
Assembled Product Dimensions (L x W x H)	4.00 x 8.00 x 6.00 Inches

When shopping online at Walmart.com or at your local Walmart near me, you can pick up your order free or have it shipped for free when you spend $35.00 or more.

Conclusion

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