rods & reels Below are some of our favorite rods & reels. We’ve tested a lot and these are the ones that have earned our stamp of approval. Recommendations for any level fisherman. Best Rod Under $50 - Piscifun Terrent Baitcasting Rod Best Rod Under $100 - St. Croix Triumph Spinning Rod Best Rod Under $200 - GooFish Matte Black Fuji Best Rod & Reel Combo Under $75 - KastKing Crixus Fishing Rod and Reel Combo Best Telescoping Rod and Reel Combo - Sougayilang Fishing Rod Combo Best Fly Fishing Rod and Reel Combo - Orvis Encounter 5-Weight 8'6" Fly Rod Best Reel Under $50 - KastKing Sharky III Fishing Reel Best Reel Under $100 - Abu Garcia Revo X Spinning Fishing Reel Best Baitcasting Reel - Shimano SLX DC