In the beginning, I had a classic Zebco 202 spin-cast combo, and it was good. At least, good enough for 5-year-old me. But I've owned many types of fishing rods since I was a freckle-faced boy who ...

Gives you some flex to control smaller spinners but retains plenty of backbone to set the hook with authority. Best for ¼- to ⅜-oz. Denali Attax Casting Rod – 7-foot, Medium Heavy A mid-priced model ...

Here are our picks of the best fishing rods in 2025, tried and tested by the experts at the Angling Times.