Im looking to get a new spinning set up for both me and my dad.  a rod and reel for my dad for fathers day around 125 preferably and rod and reel for me around 175 to 200. preferably from academy because i can get a discount there.

Thanks

See if Academy has a combination, on sale,

that includes a Shimano Symetre 2500FJ.

8-)

alot of places have great deals and special sales for fathers day on mix n match your own combos...maybe youll get lucky,good luck.i also know bass pro has a huge f.day sale just got the paper in the mail today.

I would recommend Pflueger Presidents for the reels

the president is a great reel at a great price i have a few for ultralight setups,also have the supreme xt that i love,also cant beat shimanos new propulsion setups ,or try daiwas tierras i like those to.

I like the Stradic 2500 fi. Super smooth and solid spinning reel.