We tested 21 fishing rods in waters near and far, and the tough, affordable Ugly Stik Carbon Inshore Spinning Rod emerged the best for most casual anglers.

We tested the best fishing rod and reel combos for freshwater and saltwater, including setups for both beginner and experienced anglers from Penn, Daiwa, and more.

Our expert tested and reviewed the best surf fishing rods, from spinning rods to casting rods, for beginners and experienced anglers alike.

From budget spinning reels to large baitcasters, our picks for the best surf fishing reels will cast a mile and last many seasons.

These rods have a rating around 6-10kg and have been developed for chasing bigger fish and will take the lerger 600 and 65 sized Alvey reels.

We review the best spinning rod and reel combos to do everything from catching your first fish to winning tournaments.

The best rod and reel pairings of 2014 for fly fishing, surf fishing, spinning and baitcasting at a range of price points.

Hanging on a hook from the ceiling of Giglio's Bait and Tackle in Sea Bright is the type of surf fishing rod he used to land that and many other fish during the 40s and 50s. It's real bare bones.