combo fly spinning rod Standard Fishing Kit, 5wt | 8ft | 4-piece and backing fully tuned to this outfit and lined up All-in-One Fly Rod Combos –

Some fly shops even give you the backing for free when you buy a reel and line from them

It's important to note that fresh baits like a cut mackerel for a shark or Fishbites that attract fish by scent generally need a wired surf sinker to hold them in place bait-and-wait-style , whereas more active moving baits like lures, grubs and sand crabs work best with an egg sinker and roving approach

Prepare to elevate your saltwater angling with the 2025 Daiwa Saltist Star Drag (SD) Reels

For wary trout in spring creeks with clear water, this affordable rod lets you cast small spinners with near invisible 4-pound test

A 9-weight will work well here, although a 10-weight would be helpful for large jacks