Hello, I just have two quick questions...

I have been deciding on a spinning rod for a while, and I think I am going to get the Berkly Lightning Rod Shock, because it isn't too expensive and I have read many good reviews. Do you think this is a good choice?

Also, i'm having a lot of trouble finding a good reel. Like the rod, I would like to get something fairly cheap, $50 or below. What are some good spinning reels in this price range that will work well for bass fishing and that would go with the Lightning shock Rod? Thanks for all input.

pflueger president

Pluefger Supreme trumps all in that price range. You can find them at severe discount for 49.99$ at Gander Mountain after rebate and gift cards. Furthermore, there is a coupon code for 5$ off that is GMT5.

I love the Pflueger presidents I have two. You may look at the shimmano ix2000. For a $15 reel they are actually a nice smooth reel I've had a couple over the years. It'll last a long time especially in freshwater duty. Walmart and bass pro have them on line

You can get a Bass Pro Shops Pro Qualifier spinning reel for under $50.  I got one and its a nice reel. 

I just bought a Lightning Shock rod and put a Pflueger Trion on it. Don't know how it's going to work out obviously, but that combo is certainly in your price range. A very nice rod for the money. I would have preferred a President instead of the Trion, but I've already spent way too much to start out this season! And if this Trion reflects the Pflueger quality, I should be good to go.

I just bought a Lightning Shock rod and put a Pflueger Trion on it. Don't know how it's going to work out obviously, but that combo is certainly in your price range. A very nice rod for the money. I would have preferred a President instead of the Trion, but I've already spent way too much to start out this season! And if this Trion reflects the Pflueger quality, I should be good to go.

I have this combo and it is pretty nice for the money. Trion has good drag.

Pflueger President at Gander Mountain

A Trion and/or President with a Lightning Rod Shock is a very good affordable combo. I have several.

+1 to the Shimano IX2000, no anti-reverse or whatever it's called but for $15 can't beat em.

Lew's SG300. 6.2:1 ratio, large spool and Lew's quality. I bought one and I like it thus far. $50 at Wally's.

I'll second the trion.  I have a UL about 8 years old, every bit as smooth as my supremes.   Although I catch some good fish with it, it hasn't had the demands that some of my larger reels get, so this isn't a comparison.  For under 50 bucks it's winner IMO.