Beginners or disposable salt water rod/reel

Fishing for what, exactly? Penn makes a few good spinning combos in multiple sizes that also work well in freshwater for around the 100$ range. I might suggest looking at the Penn Fierce II combo. You won't regret spending the money, even if it's not exactly at the "dirt cheap" end of the price range.

You can get a Shimano Sedona 2500 for $65 and probably find a medium action 6.5' rod for $50. It will work just fine for a summer or two. Get the Stradic if you want to upgrade the reel.

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ou can get a Shimano Sedona 2500 for $65 and probably find a medium action 6.5' rod for $50. It will work just fine for a summer or two. Get the Stradic if you want to upgrade the reel.

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This will last well more than a summer or two, especially with little use. Those sedonas are very solid reels for their price range.

Sedona was on sale at BPS Sunday for $39

Obligatory H20 Mettle mention
I have 2 and use them exclusively for salt water. I like them for the price they are and the easy return process at Academy.

The key with whatever you buy or use (seen some suggestions about using a freshwater or bass rod, personally, I would avoid that if you really like your reel) if you want it to last is to rinse it off thoroughly with freshwater as soon as you can when finished. dot use pressure, as that can drive salt/sand further into the reel. Just an open hose with the water flowing slowly, about like you would if you were taking a drink. watch the color of the water and wait util it comes off the real clear or at least mostly clear. Make sure to hit all parts of the real. Also rinse off the rod, particularly the tip and all the guides) and terminal tackle for good measure. I always end by spraying my reel, eyes, and terminal tackle thoroughly with Reel Magic.

I've had an Okuma and a Penn reel for over a decade that still work fantastic. Can't go wrong with either if you're looking for a new setup. IMO Okuma is a great bang for the buck reel. Penn will be easier to find, though and are rock solid for saltwater. Spinning reels are the way to go.

Check out the pawn shops for a Penn rod and real combo, that is how I got my oldest Penn reel.

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I'm making a guys trip next weekend to salt water fish

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I assume a charter or fishing from a boat? If you're going surf fishing, it'll be way tougher on the equipment, might want to just get a cheap saltwater combo from Walmart or Academy and plan on tossing it after. If it is still serviceable next year, that's a win

Disposable from Academy

Cheaper Penn from Academy

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You can get a Pwnn Conflict from Neuse Sporting online for $75 right now

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I think he was looking for a cheap combo. That's just the reel, I believe.

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Conflict 3000, 7'0 M cherrywood. under 100.

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Couldn't find that on the website. Would be a worth looking at for sure.

ETA: post a link to the deal

Pflueger president / Cabelas Tourney trail combo. Excellent value combo for $70.00


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