Logan80

My Wal-Mart doesn't have those, wish it did. They look perfect.

I much prefer spinnerbaits with a loop or twist in the wire where you tie or clip on. I do not like the type with the open bend as my line always ends up getting caught up in the blades. Can anyone recommend a brand with a 'hole' or twist at the tie on point. I like the mini-king by strike king, but they are only 1/8 oz, I want to find some 3/8 oz that are similar. Thanks in advance.

I have one I recieved as a gift quite a few years back. I was wondering if it is a decent real to learn with. I've never really used it, just had it sitting around as I always preferred spinning reels. I'd like to learn to use a baitcaster and would like some opinions on this reel. Thanks.

Thanks a ton for the replies. I was leaning towards a Symetre anyways, just wasn't sure on the rod. I'll pick up those lures as well and try them out. I've had to do some work/repairs to the boat so I haven't had the chance to do much fishing with it yet, but for the price I paid, I can't complain a bit .

I used to read tons of magazines and watch In-Fisherman re-runs in the middle of the night all the time about 15 years ago when I was 12. Now that I'm older, and have a little more money, I'd like to really get into bass fishing for real, not just learning about it. I recently bought a decent older bass boat, and I'm trying to re-outfit myself with some good gear. I have an old Shimano spinning reel on a 6'6" MH Ugly Stik. I'd like to replace it with something more modern and of higher quality. I don't want to spend over $100 on the rod/reel combo if I can help it. Is it possible to have ONE rod/reel combo for most of your bass fishing needs? I can't afford to go out and buy 6 setups and have them all ready to go whenever. I'd like to try to find one type of setup, either baitcasting or spinning, that will cover almost all of my needs. I have heard the shimano sahara is a very good spinning reel for the money, how about a rod to match? Would I be able to fish worms, senkos, spinner baits, other plastics, all with a spinning setup? What are some good 'staple' lures to have? I have a few spinner baits and a couple buzz baits, recently heard about senkos and got a pack of black/blue ones. What else should I look into getting? I kind of feel dumb asking, but if you were starting out fresh, and owned nothing but a boat, what would you buy to get going? How would you setup your tackle box initially? I live in Western Washington State if it makes much difference. Any advice you have for a new guy, I'd appreciate.