abu garcia carbon lite baitcaster Revo X Baitcast Combo 7' Medium Heavy Right Hand With the CarbonLite Abu Garcia Revo5 SX/Bass Pro

- 2 ball bearings + 1 needle bearing

While you could certainly find some considerably cheaper, my definition of a good entry level casting rod and reel combo comes with a certain expectation quality-wise

Heres what I suggest keeping in mind when starting out: Ease of Use: Look for a baitcasting combo with adjustable braking systems and a smooth drag

Reasons to buy 10 ball bearings 20 pounds of drag pressure Carbon drag Consider another model if You need tactic-specific rod action You prefer cork grips Bottom line If youre investing in one rod and reel combo, kick in a couple extra bucks for a high-quality rod and reel with performance to cover the water

7-foot medium heavy Probably the most popular size and action casting rod ever made, a 7-foot medium-heavy action fishing rod can do a lot