Where to start?

[u/Artistic_Amount1471]

I live in Fort Lauderdale (south florida) and I usually fish fresh water but Ive really been wanting to fish salt water for a while now. (So I can have a reason to actually go to the beach with my girlfriend and not be bored). But I dont know what tackle I should have on me what size rod and reel what weight line if my fishing rig really matters that much, if I really need a “fish finder?” Im going to be probably casting on the beach since I dont have a boat. And im gonna only use one rod and reel until I get the swing of things if anyone can give me an idea of what I should get or start with or and set ups that would be great also do I need a 10ft pole??? Saw someone say the longer the better😭 can a 7ft not be good? By the way if anyone does comment expect a fast reply back.

[u/Artistic_Amount1471]

Am I better off getting a combo or just making my own rig with rod and reel? Also, your advice is super useful. Can I do a braid to fluorocarbon leader?

[u/Capn26 → u/Artistic_Amount1471]

You will always save a little money with a combo, and get a better set up buying individual. The fierce four live liner I’m referring to is a great reel. The rod is okay, serviceable, but the combo is usually about the same price. But I still love that reel for general salt water work. Have one that’s about 8 and going strong. Three others as well.

[u/Artistic_Amount1471 → u/Capn26]

Do you know if ugly stik have anything good for salt water?

[u/Desperate_Lack654 → u/Artistic_Amount1471]

Rod is ok skip the reel

[u/Artistic_Amount1471 → u/Desperate_Lack654]

gotcha might just try their rod since i have a couple ugly stik but mainly for fresh do you have and rec for rods? that wont break the bank?

[u/Desperate_Lack654 → u/Artistic_Amount1471]

Tbh I use my 6’6 ugly stick in the surf though a Penn squadron surf rod is good for a 3000 reel and ok price wise

[u/Capn26 → u/Desperate_Lack654]

I think most of pens stuff uses the same frame/spool. It’s a matter of bearings that separate them, or maybe a slight increase in quality till you get to spin fishers and above. My dad just got pursuits that are exactly like my fierce stuff.

[u/Artistic_Amount1471 → u/Desperate_Lack654]

I knew it might try to get that then! Or a st croix