Select a fishing rod that suits your style of fishing and is comfortable to use. A good quality rod will make casting and playing fish much easier. When purchasing a fishing rod, ensure that the length and test curve are suitable for your needs.
It is important to match the fishing reel to the rod. A good quality reel should retrieve the line quickly and smoothly with relative ease and the line should lay evenly on the spool.
When choosing a fishing line, you should consider the diameter, stretch, breaking strain. It important to select a line that is thin enough to not be clearly visible to the fish and will not break under the pressure of a fighting fish.
Most fisheries will not let you fish unless you are equipped with basic fish care tackle such as a landing net and unhooking mat. Other equipment that can help to keep the fish in good condition includes: forceps, disgorger, weighing sling and barbless hooks.