How Many Rods do Beginners NEED for Fishing? (Is it a LIE?)

[@elieziete]

Rod/reel combo with fishing kit as an emergency setup kzbin.infoUgkxntWMOZsO1Zfv-pdn_XuffEtNkTYAYu4Z recommend but started to use this every day. The rod is thick and seems durable. I keep it neatly tucked into a regular backpack all the time with my fishing gear, and can grab it anytime, put it on my back and go anywhere. I just read in another review that the rod length below the reel is adjustable as well, so I will try that too for even more portability. Probably the best setup I've ever owned. I lost the cap for the eyelets, but no big deal since I still have the black cloth sheath that came for the pole and I use that. Very portable and high quality.

[@mariochavez5583]

3 rods for me. but can always count on the spinning rod if i need to catch something....anything.

[@charliemartyn3431]

Yeah 2-3

[@charliemartyn3431]

Mario Chavez thank you, I use a spin reel normally with lighter baits cause my brakes are really low

[@DEBOSFishing]

Absolutely! The spinning rod can definitely save the day!

[@charliemartyn3431]

DEBO'S Fishing thanks for replying to a comment my man means a lot

[@phlabbs]

3 Rods, 1 MH for top water and jigs, 1 Medium for cranks/chatter baits, 1 Medium spinning for worms/finesse.

[@sjones7400]

Bank bass fishing I carry 4 rods. 2 baitcasters and 2 spinning setups. Always have a t-rig or shakey head setup and always some sort of crank bait setup. The other 2 setups I vary throughout the year. Jig, topwater, spinner bait, wacky rig, fluke/ swim bait. If I’m fishing ultralight I only bring two spinning setups. Always a rooster tail tied on one and whatever I think might work on the other. Enjoy these kind of videos a lot! Always like hearing/reading about others approach to fishing. Great way to learn something new and get new ideas to try. Great vid👍👍👍

[@sharkillsbear]

I'm a two rod guy. 7'3" baitcaster and a 7' spinning rod. Works pretty well for me. I chose a casting rod that is very good at a lot of things because I'm primarily a bank fisherman.

[@maccabeeodin]

"Before your old lady notices you're gone", that's why I leave early before she wakes up

[@yakkensteinfishing]

Ditto! 😂😂

[@DEBOSFishing]

I like the way you think 🤣👊

[@andreawallace541]

As a lady fisher, this comment specifically turned me off. Not only does it assume the woman is staying home, but it shows a lack of communication and an unhealthy relationship. I know it might be a joke, but it isn't funny.

[@maccabeeodin]

@@andreawallace541 not really a joke. She doesn't like fishing and we have a lot of other stuff to do so I'm always back to make breakfast

[@andreawallace541]

@@maccabeeodin My comment was more in reference to the implication that a husband has to sneak out without his wife knowing to be able to go fishing. Happy catching. :)

[@willjunkin732]

Very very cool. I like the talking videbos. You give reason for every point of view. You don't see and talk about 1 side of the conversation. I carry both set ups. I carry 2 3600 boxes and a few packs of worms with 1 combo in the work truck. On the wkends I will take 4 combos 3 baitcaster 1 spin and my bank bag. Its all about time and location for me. Your the best keep up the great work.

[@gpecaut1]

The answer is easy. What ever you leave back at home, is exactly what you need. So take everything with you.

[@GettinJiggyWithGenghis]

I’m organizing my tackle box right now, I hope you’re wrong lmao

[@scotttaylor4566]

Right

[@DEBOSFishing]

That's why I always end up bringing more than is necessary 🤣

[@tomacheteful]

😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@sleepy__boi]

"We're gonna need a bigger boat"

[@l0rdch40s8]

i have my baitcaster setup and then my spinning setup, baitcasting for topwater and spinner setups, and my spinner for texas rigs and weighless rigs, tackile i just one of those clear smaller boxes, couple different colors of soft plastic worms and creatures and a few spinners and buzz baits with maybe a frog , and bunch of hooks and weights.....love the content, keep up the greatness.

[@oldschoolbassman4590]

I have no rhyme or reason, sometimes I bring 3 or 5, sometimes I bring just one. Like the time I was using a really small hardcore minnow jerkbait. All I used was my spinning rod, and caught a ton, over a week long bite fest. Now, here I am this morning fishing an online tournament, and I have 8. So it's all preference. Awesome vid!!! I loved it.

[@Hooksleft-1]

"new" fisherman here...I'm 49, just got back in after 20 years. Got a 7' MH Fast Ugly Stick spinning. Considering I didn't know much last I stopped, learned about braid and flourocarbon. Got 20+ different soft plastics. Learned Texas, Carolina, dropshot. Then got my son an Ugly Stick. He fell in love with fishing. My daughter came, got her an Ugly Stick. Just got my son a baitcaster. I'm picking up one. Kids have kayaks, I occasionally rent a boat on the resovoir (our only location close and it's fantastic... Castaic Lake known as Basstaic). Rods are all and will be 7'. Next rod, I'll be learning will be 7' MH Fast baitcaster. If I get one after it will be 7' M Moderate. That's all I'm interested in. Three rods at max.

[@TimHaunFishing]

I went from 2 Ugly stick spinning rods with Kastking reels on them, to 8 combos. Many of my older rods are waiting in the car to be given away to kids I see out fishing. Not the Ugly Sticks. My M.H. and M are both rigged up with Diawa reels and get grabbed just as often as my Fenwick and Favorite rods. They're just classic!

[@ssmart5701]

I started with ugly stick, it worked, buuut as soon as I got a ‘’decent’’ set of combos (curado dc med hvy with braid dobyn fury rod, same set up with fluorocarbon, and a good spinning for lighter rigs and a sensitive rod ) I let the kids and grand kids play with the ugly...they are crazy durable.

[@2explore1]

From one Mike C to another Mike C

[@mikejohnston80]

That's what I use to say lol. Now I've got more rods than I need.

[@Hesirontuff]

I had a fancy abu garcia rod that got broken when my brother rolled up the window and broke the tip off. *le sigh* after that, I got a 2 piece ugly stik gx2. Best rod I've ever had. I'm constantly surprised at the feel and durability. It can be bent over that would break any other rod, and it keeps going. kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4LYe4iYdrZ9a5o

[@telemarkmann6870]

Debo, I’m going to differ with you on this one. I am a one rod one reel bank fisher. In a boat I have at least 4 combo’s. But on the bank I am walking a couple of miles if there is enough open shoreline. I am not going to carry multiple combos. I make due with what I have. Being a finesse fisher I am operating in a very narrow line of lures. When I have more than one combo with me I pull a Debo and either step on one or snag it with the back cast. I do carry several in the car and decide at the car the style I am going to fish that day usually determined by the conditions at the water. If I break something the trip is not over. All I need to do is walk back to the car. I do like this style of video then again I like any type you put out, just keep them coming. Great content.

[@DEBOSFishing]

That's the cool part about fishing, there is more than one way to do it and still have fun. Appreciate you watching man!

[@eddiebreelz4226]

i bring 4 set ups.... 1 spinning reel which is my confidante drop shot bait set up.... and my other three are baitcaster one is a Chatterbait aka Thunder cricket, next i have a spinner bait then i have my swim jig set up.... my goals is to learn the other 3 without going over to my spinner drop shot confidante set up.... but i still need like 6 more set ups lol frog one glide bait cranking stick lol im addicted to this bass fishing.... my videos should start being posted within next couple months... haha and thanks Debo for another great video brother

[@134rwa]

Thank You so much for the shout out, really appreciate it. I usually have 4 combos when I fish, a frog, a worm, a swimbait, and the fourth could be something bladed, or a swimfrog, or jig, or creature bait, or crankbait, or something I want to try. My forth is like when a quaterback calls an audible when he notices something in the defense. My favorite advantages of the multiple rig is the time it saves switching lures, the water columns it fishes, the range of lure options, and if a rig goes down, I can still fish the others. I also have left behind a rig (felt like such a dufus), didn't notice until I got to the next lake, but when I drove back to that first lake, the rig was still there, thank God!

[@DEBOSFishing]

And thank you for always watching and supporting. Yeah, it's the walk of shame as you go back and walk the lake trying to remember where you left it 🤦‍♂️😂

[@Rodbuilder109]

I like these kind of videos because you can learn more sometimes by just talking or hearing somebody talk and seeing like how somebody does something. Like when you showed us how to tie your knots I learned more by watching you and you explaining what you're doing then other sites.

[@2explore1]

Debo. IMHO great breakdown in 1 vs a few combos. New angles gain confidence may be the best experience learning how their tackle is used properly and what work for them. And the many advantages to having the ability to cover bottom, mid-depth and top water. And have that quick more finesse bait to follow up a miss blow up. The only disadvantage I have taking a few rods is properly carrying them without accidently snagging a rod in trees or like you forgetting a rod. Searching a bank spot can be a hassle carrying a few rods. But IMHO having at least 2 combos nice because anyone can blow that line on a real. Or having the ability to adapt to what the Bass want. In heavy cover vs more open water. So I usually have 2 rods and sometimes 3 rods.

[@davidgalloway904]

When I started feeshin a yr ago I had no idea what to start with. So to Walmart I went, bought the Shakespeare cheapo combo with the tackle box on the side. Today, I have 16 rigs cause you showed me I didn't want that "what do I do now" feeling and 61yr fingers fumbling to change lines and lures. So 5-6 rigs sometimes. Options are key! Tahnks...Thanks Debo!

[@crashbomber]

I rely on your vids to get me hyped and get me through the winter! I like the explanation/vlog type vids, tackle warehouse hauls, and of course my favorite is the FEESH'n.

[@DEBOSFishing]

I'm going to try to keep them going man! Thanks for always being supportive of my channel!

[@darkinertia2]

personally as a beginner, i find having 2 or 3 combos, one spinning, one 50# braid med heavy and one med 15# braid/floro leader is my favorite. i got a few friends into fishing as well and i noticed something they do that i used to do when i started, theyre on their knees half the time tying on random shit lol so i have a fastach clip on my med heavy so i can change lures quick, and my confidence bait is a weighted super fluke so that stays on my medium rod. ive gotten really good at tying knots, but i rather keep my eyes on the water than in my tacklebox

[@WiscoCheezHead]

This sounds like my style. Care to share your favorite weighted fluke setup? Still looking for the right hook/fluke pairing here.

[@DarthChatterbait]

​@WiscoCheezHead I use a Gamakatsu Monster EWG in my Caffeine Shad or Flukes. It gives just enough weight that it stays down, but not so much that it just drops. One of my favorite bank fishing setups.

[@soniaduncan7216]

We just started to get into fishing a couple months ago, found your channel and have been learning and trying to figure out the best ways to get some fish caught! I have a spinner reel for both of us and just purchased a baitcaster combo for both of us to try! As for lures..... yeah I went overboard and got a little bit of everything to try.... crankbaits, spinnerbaits, soft worms, soft crayfish, frogs, etc. Learning to properly knot and bait our hooks, and actually figure out how to fish with them is what I'm working on (while obviously trying to hook some bass) We are out in Des Moines so plenty of places to go! Just wanted to thank you for having such a great channel and helping us learn to catch some bass! 😊

[@DEBOSFishing]

I'm certainly no pro but I'm happy to do what I can to help!

[@soniaduncan7216]

@@DEBOSFishing close enough for me! Thank you! Been a tremendous help!

[@robertbain2435]

Hi Debo. Good topic. You are correct, that there is no right or wrong answer to this one. I usually take three combos, mostly to cover the water column like you mentioned. My confidence set up is a medium spinning combo with a weightless trick worm, so I always have that with me. If I’m checking out a new pond, and I’m going to fish fast and keep moving, I’ll bring just one “search lure” of some sort, and my backpack with other lures/baits to switch to if needed. As always, thanks for helping us bank anglers. You consistently put out great content that is both fun and educational. Kudos to you!!

[@grapeapeordie4939]

3 combos. 2 baitcasters and one spinning rod.

[@Rooster0529]

Me too!

[@chrismash1792]

Me too. I hate retrying.

[@yakkensteinfishing]

Thats how I do it most of the time. Worm of some type on spinning rod and a couple options for baitcasters.

[@alech729]

3 combos! One spinning, 2 baitcaster(flouro and braid)

[@funkymojo111]

3 as well, 1 copolymer, 1 fluorocarbon and 1 braided line.

[@Maven-220]

When I’m bank fishing I usually bring two combos, one spinning and one bait casting. The spinning reel obviously allows me to do things the bait caster can’t and vice versa. Nothing wrong with one… but two gives me options as well as a back up if something goes wrong with 1 or the other. 2 combos are easy to carry also. Thanks for the video Debo!

[@NStone90]

That's exactly how I do it. But the spinning is also for the lighter or even weightless lures.

[@Maven-220]

N Stone same here. I use the baitcaster for heavier (5/16oz-1oz) and my spinner for lighter weight lures. Occasionally I’ll changes spools on the spinning and go heavier.

[@bobbyhempel1513]

What can you do with a baitcaster that you cannot do with a spinning reel?

[@michaelrodriguez2973]

@@bobbyhempel1513 baitcasters typically are able to throw heavier lures and you can cast more “accurately” when flipping/pitching lures in directions the spinning reel action are not conducive to achieving. I would add that you could probably “do anything” on either rod but they are differently specialized tools that may make it easier to do special jobs independently.

[@chinky864]

I carry a Rod Runner with 5 setups. 2 Spinning - med/ Med Hvy 3 Baitcasters - H/MH/Med SC has a little of everything.

[@dangermonkey7779]

"Pop quiz, Hot Shot!!" Great reference. Love the videos. Thanks for all the help Devon. I've only gotten into bass fishing in the past year or so, and its been a big help.

[@DEBOSFishing]

I wondered how many would get it 😉 Appreciate you watching 👊

[@vernervanschalkwyk2280]

Hi Debo. I always took only one combo, my baitcaster-medium heavy rod and nothing else. Since watching your channel i am taking a spinning combo along and both works in different conditions leading to me catching a lot more fish. In South Africa we have many different conditions needing diversity when fishing. Thanks for excellent advice. Tight lines.

[@josephknudsen7130]

Love your videos. I have been watching for a while now, first comment ever, I think. But I carry multiple combos because like you said, options and saves time from rerigging your one rod. Plus I like to try to catch anything from bass, trout, walleye, perch, crappie and stuff, so the more options you bring the longer you can stay playing.

[@nadamski8413]

1 to 3 setups. Depends on when and where I'm fishing. If I bring 3 it's a medium heavy bait caster for swim jigs/jigs/texas rigs and 2 med heavy spinning rods. 1 for ned rigs/weightless paddle tails/jerk baits and the other for top water. Go down to only 1(winter time in mn on the Mississippi) and I grab the med heavy spinning for weightless paddles/neds/jerks/shaky heads. This is all for smallies on the river. - Great video Debo! Like seriously you nailed every point I feel could be necessary for someone who might not be well experienced with multiple setups and looking to expand. (Chef kiss)

[@lannyseals2084]

I always have two casting and one spinning set up with me, but that's what is so cool about fishing is that you do it how you are comfortable with it and there's no one way... great video bud!!

[@whiteyxj8367]

I like these types of videos they always get me thinking, awesome to see another great angler talk about these topics. As for the rods I have 5 in my jeep all the time but usually only take 4 when I'm bank fishing 7'4" heavy Fast act. (frog rod) 7'2" med heavy Fast act. ( T-Rig/ worm /jig) 7' med heavy moderate act. (crank/jerk) 7' medium Fast act. (Spinning/finesse) This being first year back into fishing I started with a 6"med heavy and out grew it first few trips so I bought some new combos. Also I have noticed now with more combos I rotate through the rods vs tieing on something different I need to break that habit

[@tdeeb6359]

As ALWAYS, a bang in’ VidDebo hanging out with his Feeshin’ friends and trying to help everyone make their very next trip out a better experience than the last. You’re a special person Debo!!

[@DEBOSFishing]

I appreciate that more than you know 👊

[@shawnbeck2303]

4 rod's with different lures for topwater, fishing at shallow depths, medium depths and the bottom. One 5'6 ultra light for tight courtiers and 6 pd line. This has worked for me for years of Bank fishing! Thanks, Debo's for bringing this fishing issue up. Shawn

[@waynebrown107]

Excellent advice as always. I agree with the three bait casters for three layer fishing plus a spinning rod for finesse fishing. I also am guilty of bringing all my gear but it stays in the truck 'after' the rods are rigged biased on the water conditions after i get to the spot. I also bring everything as the closest fishing spots are two hours drive away so i like to be prepared. Please keep up these wonderful videos.

[@pastofino6375]

🙂😷These r the type of videos I like. I haven't fished from the bank since I bought my kayak a few years ago, but I always carry 5 rods. 2 spinning and 3 bait casters.

[@justinredden1729]

2-3 combo's for me, I like to throw something on the bottom and try for cats while I bass fish, 2 birds 1 stone in a sense. Keep up the great work and content Debo

[@privatemiller3]

Nothing better then fishing information i love the tackle talks/ rod line reelation stuff its what got me huge into your channel. I hated school but when I comes to learning about bass fishing I am honor student!

[@jerrydraper2683]

I almost always take 3 with me. Like most other commenters I don’t want to keep switching lures for different water columns. And I have had issues with one combo and could keep going with a different one rather than heading home. Great content on these videos. I have learned a lot.

[@uncleswampy764]

I typically carry 3 combos but in the last few weeks I’ve only taken out 2...frog rod and finesse rod. My reels are Shimano. My rods are Dobyns and Spiralite. The hurricane that hit the gulf screwed up most of my spots here in south AL so fishing has been a grind the last few days. Love the content...keep it up!!!

[@BassLife437]

nice subject Debo! I have now so many combos and I've learned from them. Today I try to keep simple. I always use braid with fluorocarbon leader on the size of my rods. That way I can cast bottom, spinners, swimbaits, and top waters. For top-water the leader on the size of the rod works like a charm because it does not impact the action of my lures and more importantly, it does not sink. besides, I love braid because it's so sensitive, specially when using Ned Rig. That's my medium heavy setup always. I also have another BFS setup on a Shimano Aldebaran and UL casting rod same deal. No snaps! I use trilene knot I've learned from one of your videos. When the leader is too small I change it. no big deal!

[@BadBeetsTCG]

The amazing growth of your channel is great and powerful my friend. Well done!!!

[@emptyh1145]

Because of Debo, I bought a bait caster and am loving it. I also have 2 spinning combos, 1 6 foot light rod for panfish and 1 7 foot MH for everything else. I have had a spinning rig for most of my life until now, when I hit 56 and just got into the bait casters. Now all I need to do is put braid on the bait caster. I am a fellow Iowan that loves the frogs!

[@adamcote5750]

I have four rods...I’m a spinning gear guy at heart. I have a heavy baitcaster, medium heavy spinning, medium spinning, medium light spinning. Suits me well and doesn’t break the bank. Gotta feed the kiddos so can’t buy any more than that 😀😀 great video

[@brianhershberger4429]

Love these kind of vlog's. I've learned so much stuff from you and your a great teacher. One of your strengths is that you really find a simple example to use, never confuse things with too much information. Use only that which helps you. It's great adult learning knowing just when to drive a point home. Thanks

[@backlashhero5667]

When walking the bank, I almost always just bring one MH Baitcaster. Sometimes I bring another Spinning rod, but mostly just the one and my backpack When out on my Kayak, I bring 4 rods. 3 Baitcasters and one Spinning. One Heavy for Frogging and Punching, one MH for Texas Rigs, one Medium for Open Hook lures, and then the one Spinning with 8 or 10 pound Floro for more finesse type lures.

[@shanescott3168]

Great points and ideas, Debo! I have a boat but usually carry only two combos. Storing combos is an issue on the boat if I have a family member with me. The combos I take are slightly different for different lures. I don't like switching baits often. Even if I was fishing off the bank, I would always carry two if possible in case something happened to one or so I don't have to change lures. I have had good luck with Norman Speed Clips since they are lightweight and usually do not interfere with the action of the lure. Sometimes the Speed Clips seem to improve the action with topwater lures.

[@kathipete7098]

Thanks so much for this. I am old school and comfortable with cat fish and a bobber. I recently started to Bass fish. I will take 3 or 4 rods. I was able to get 2 good starters for bass. I have only used one so far. I will practice with my bass reels and a small grub. Then I will usually go to catfish. I am learning day by day and want to thank you for the info you give.

[@willtrax71]

One of your absolute best Videos my friend. I’m a fixed income Guys but was able to get a few Reels second hand on eBay really cheap and the LFS is my favorite. I’m getting better with the Topwater Frog but only one catch, I keep throwing it though again and again and I’m getting more surgical with the placement.

[@travisburke6978]

Thanks for this video, Debo. I’ve just started fishing this year and have been thinking about what I should be getting for next season. I only have a spinning combo but have been thinking about trying to find 2 bait casting setups for a good deal. This wasn’t a good hobby to take up when trying to save up to buy a house.... 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@MrDababysdaddy]

Looks like the 3 combos is the magic number. I’m 3 on the bank... 5-6 on the Kayak. My eyes are bad... it’s hard to see when I re-tie... you da’ man Debo!

[@treylawrence8152]

Great video as always, and I totally agree. One combo probably best for beginners. Beyond that, for pond bank fishing, 4 is my bare minimum (2 spinning, 2 casting) if for no other reason than to have a backup for each. But I also get really impatient fishing with less than that many rods rigged and ready to switch baits. That is in comparison to minimum of 6 when I'm boat fishing.

[@josephnywayfarer1345]

Excellent explanations. Personally I carry a Minimum of 2 combos when bank fishing. 1 baitcaster and 1 spinning, most days I take 3, the last one being another baitcaster. Reasons most you mentioned, covering water column, if one combo blows up I have backups, can’t use baitcaster for some finesse presentations. The last reason is one you didn’t mention. If i take one combo all of that cutting and re-tying wastes a lot of line.

[@subsailor1445]

It really depends on where I fish as to how many rods I take with me. I'm always afraid of having just one rod is asking for trouble, especially if you have a major issue with it, then you're pissed and going home. Good video on a very good topic 👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸👍

[@dawsondrifts9369]

I use 2 just because I keep my Texas rig on one and then my crank baits, moving bait, stuff like that on the other one!! Great vid!!

[@raynorton3765]

I really like your teaching style. I've watched several of your vids; enjoyed them all. I'm a newbie to bait casters. I was a live worm, sinker, sit down on the bank and wait type of fisherman all my life. Just watched your segment "how many rods do we need. Wish i would have seen it before I got 6 different rigs. Im new also to BASS UNIVERSITY.

[@alexholmes9625]

I only solo rod if I’m specifically froggin, but if it’s new water or I plan on being somewhere for a while I’ll bring 3 or 4. Always a worm and bobber set up for desperate times lol, a medium spinning for finessing a Ned head, a heavy spinning with braid to throw out with cutbait, and my medium heavy baitcaster for all the in between. 👍🏻 Love your videos, so wholesome. Keep it up Debo 🤙🏻

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yeah, I always have a frog combo with me 😂 Thanks man, appreciate you watching 👊

[@briantoskas245]

2 baitcast combos and 1 old spinning.... ready to upgrade that spinning though. Your vids have extremely helped me be more versatile with my gear and understanding how to use certain ones. Thanks Debo!

[@nathanm2571]

Please make another ‘would you rather’ video this winter. I take 2-3 setups. Great advise about the follow up cast!

[@briansumma528]

What got me into trouble early on was targeting multiple species in a single outing. I’d bring all this kit for my kids and I hoping to catch whatever we could, e.g., bass, catfish, carp, panfish, etc., and come home frustrated. Not sure if anyone else struggles with this, but maybe that’s worth a VLOG.

[@fgor]

Most relatable fishing video ever! For me it's a huge debate. When I bring more than 1 combo, I end up walking more because I have to move around more rods; so I tend to spend more time in each spot. When I bring only one rod, however, I get frustrated from changing lures so much. Don't know, I guess the only solution is to fish more often XD

[@DEBOSFishing]

Correct, the answer is fish more 😂👊

[@adamlaxton8975]

Love the chats and educational stuff!! Keep doing it Debo!!!

[@Joestacemazjojo]

Just starting out again from a little guy that didn’t think about any of this stuff, and trying to teach my kids a thing or two the best combo thing that hit me was top water, middle, and bottom was the best way to look at combos. Just picked up my third pole , ready to see how that works. Thanks again for the videos

[@MegKT11]

Yes, more talking through stuff videos!! Hearing your thought process is super helpful, and entertaining too. I've only got one spinning combo and I'd love to step up my game. I think one spinning combo and one baitcasting combo would be an excellent place for a rookie like myself to start, I'd love to hear your thoughts!

[@keithatkins7883]

Excellent information! I appreciate the information! I have been fishing for a while but still have a lot to learn. Information about the different types of rods, reels, and line and what they are used for and when would be very helpful! Also on how to rig different soft plastics would be good! I enjoy your videos whether you are fishing, unboxing, or just talking fishing techniques! Thanks for what you do!

[@theconfusedhobo1004]

I've been watching for a while, and I always loved these talking video! Keep it up Debo!

[@Eyesofthasouth]

Time on the water is where it’s at.,I’ve done the one rod thing for years and had plenty fun doing so. But 3 or 4 and your more versatile. If one presentations not workin, try another. Good content brother!

[@woute5490]

I love these videos, thats how i found your channel. I must have watched your ''how to cast a baitcaster'' video 10 times berore i decided to buy one ;) I have only 4 combos, for pike, zander and perch. I only take all 4 with me when i go out all day fishing. If i only have a few hours i usually just take one But to be honest i fished for years with only one combo, and there was nothing wrong with that.

[@artley9]

It depends on how much time I have, what type of fishing I want to do. If I wana do a little fishing before work, one pole. If I have the day off? Multiple because I can check to see what’s actually biting and enjoy the water. Ps, buy the combos. They usually cheaper together unless you are into the specific rods or reels. Like I wanted a 1 piece for my 404, it took me awhile to find a rod I liked. ( the combo was 2 pcs. Nothing wrong with that just not want I wanted.) Now I want the two pcs cuz the fish are changing their habits and I have to be able find them. Which means trekking through woods and staying off the docks cuz it’s the time of the year for kayaks. (It’s not overly hot, there is plenty of breezes and less people around the water than summer)

[@calebchambers2626]

This really helped me because I just ordered my first bait caster and I am trying to figure out what to bring out with me. Thank you.

[@turinx]

I love the mixture of fishing, unboxing, and vlog videos. So keep doing what you're doing Debo, great work. BTW, I usually try to take 2-3 rods when pond hopping. Usually two baitcasters and a spinning. Although, on occasion I will take 4, but not too often as I don't like being that encumbered when pond hopping.

[@johnhancock517]

I usually take 3 or 4 BUT, I can remember getting by with just one when that's all I had and I enjoyed every minute I was out. That AB pro-max is a great budget reel. I still have it and a Blackmax that I use all the time and have never had any issues with them. Great video man!

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yep, start with one and build from there. Thanks for watching man 👊

[@keepinitsidwys]

Dig the variety of videos. I had 3 set ups for bass until we found my wife's old rod, Ugly stik carbon med. for finess Ark Lancer pro med hev for flip pitch and frogs Ark randel Tharp b-hitty for all my cranks and vibrating baits. Newest combo is my wife old combo for weightless lures pinnacle power tip pro with a OLD stradic FE But I'm all about that visibility and cross over rods. Use the pinnacle for trout too, then got a old daiwa d wave 8ft for cats, bombing out glide baits for bass, and catching leopard sharks in the California bay. Then I have a big surf set up for the 80lb rays we get out here in California during the summer.

[@werftv4580]

one, braid combo to a buzzbait or frog, maybe a live bait too.. a second rod for finesse or follow up, and a spinning rod for drop shot or UL finesse rig.... well put

[@andrewsales5417]

WELL SAID! You hit on some great points! Depends on what you plan on fishing for and how... I bought 2 rod and reels starting out and I can do anything between 1gram or 1/16 oz micro lures to 1¼oz+ glide / swim baits - MH F baitcaster and ML F spinning. If you only bring ONE COMBO, and that breaks, birdnests, you have a backup to keep fishing. But I do see the advantage of BOAT ANGLERS having 5-10 (or more lol) rods set up with different lines and baits. Me personally, I want a rod and reel for every power UL spin, LIGHT bfs, MEDIUM mod crankbait, HEAVY frog, a rig, swimbait rod. If your not rich, you need versatile rods that can do multiple techniques and ALWAYS HAVE A BACKUP! MINIMUM 2 COMBOS!

[@jwood5514]

Keep up the great videos.. all my stuff got stolen out my truck the day I got home from open heart surgery and can not work so will be watching your videos and getting better.keep up the great work . Fish on 🎣

[@nancymills5993]

I have really been enjoying your combo of video’s. I think the balance is perfect and I have learned a lot. I take two poles. Either two bait casters or a bait caster and spinning. My frogging bait caster with 50 lb. braid always goes.

[@Casting_not_catching]

I started watching a couple years ago when I decided to start throwing bait casters, on the how to cast a bait caster videos. I went taking one spinning combo to three, maybe four combos when I go out. Top water, a moving bait and a finesse rod. I usually have a few more combos in the truck though. As for your question about what lure I would grab in that scenario, I instantly thought worms or a frog. Mainly because i have been so hell bent of froggin this year haha

[@DEBOSFishing]

Haha I'm never mad at some froggin 😂👊

[@Casting_not_catching]

@@DEBOSFishing me neither. It is funner than I thought when I finally started catching them on a frog

[@MemphisMike901]

This is ME. You mentioned confidence. Went fishing with a buddy and he said I promise to get YOU a Big Bass. Within 30 minutes landed a 4.7LB Bass. From there went and bought couple packs of Senkos. My next few trips landed 5-7 Bass. Next trip to a small pond that is shallow, shyed away from Bass fishing. Fished the Pond caught a small Bass or 2. Then hit same spot had no luck and landed a 4.5LB Bass. I was stoked. Now i want to add one more Bait caster combo to give me 2. I have built confidence in just a month of getting on the water!!

[@chatterbait-dave5620]

Great video as always Debo. I have stepped on St. Croix rod before and it snapped, it sucks. Used to just carry one rod around until this year. Now I gear up with a bait caster combo and spinning reel combo most of the time. Or I''l switch one combo out with a frog combo. I tend to walk the banks or move around so it's easier to cary just two at a time with a tackle bag.

[@paulbohn1971]

I have only been a subscriber fore a weack ore so wanted to say thank you the more u watch the more I learn looking forward to watching all your videos again thank you so much love and respect always to you and your family Paul frome p.a

[@SukatFishing]

My favorite video you've done! So much truth in this. Great job!

[@chrisrus53]

I was just asking myself this morning. I've really gotten into feeshin this year. I had a few cheaper spinning combos but nothing great. Got a Pflueger Purist and a medium Fenwick for the finesse stuff. I can also use a 1/4oz chatterbait with it. I got my first baitcaster(RevoX) and have used it for Texas rigs, frogs, jigs, moving baits, worms, ect. Ive decided to make a frogging set up my next purchase. I love frogging but would like to be able to toss in a jig or Texas rig at those fish that miss or don't fully commit. I also love the Chatterbait. A glass rod combo is 2nd on my list. This would give me 4 rods that would cover just about all of my needs and let me leave either a wacky or ned rig on my spinning set up. Another great video! It really help reinforce what I had already been thinking.

[@kdot2427]

When I first started learning how to use a baitcaster it was SO nice bringing a backup spinning rod. I would have been sent home early several times from backlashes if I didn’t bring that backup😅

[@Freshmanger2009]

3 or 4 rods when fishing from shore. 1 spinner (drop shot or wacky), 1 medium for cranking smaller to medium lures, 1 medium heavy for everything heavier than weightless (Carolina rigs/texas rig etc), and last rod for frog/punching/glidebaits.

[@javog4638]

Great video ..I use Two combos and also 2 for my son and 1 more just as back up ... at first I bring more than one just in case of bad backlash or some accident so I can still fish and have some fun .. I usually start with some swim bait and the second one with Carolina rig or Texas rig .. now I learn some good things from this video . Good one Cheers

[@nathandenardis3999]

Awesome video!! Love that you always give some tips and info. I truly think you are one of the best fishing KZbinrs out there. Keep up the great content.

[@tomelliott83]

I’m a 3 to 4 rod angler. Great in-depth video to explain this. I’m trying to invest more time and money into better gear. Just buy some here and there and it will build up over time. Anyways great stuff Debo.

[@Jdepps77]

2. One spinning for finesse and one bait caster for the heavier stuff. Sometimes put the heavier stuff on the spinner too for longer casts if I’m feeling lazy or not having a good time with the bait caster. I’m pretty new to this still though, so I want to learn how to use all the different baits, then I’ll get some more appropriate combos over time and after some research and consideration. I like my Sixgill combo, you should check it out and see if you can get some for a review. I’d be interested to see how you like it compared to other brands.

[@Halfmoon33]

I have 3 combos so far plus my spinning reel. Just got my 3rd combo this past week. Can’t wait to us it!

[@familybudgetfisherman]

I bank fish with five combos and I fish from a boat with 11 combos. I love the versatility that comes from having a number of combos. I also go with that many rods so that I can prepare myself for problems such as dropping a rod in the water, stepping on a ride (like you did), breaking a tip, or something else.

[@rvfishingyet]

For a beginner, easy to argue 1 finesse spinning is a great place to start. As I watch more of yours and BassGeek’s channel...the more I learn, un-learn, and re-learn, I think 3 maybe 4. 4 especially when frog is an option. Time on the water, and options as you move along the bank have been key for me.

[@peteredwards5183]

I take 4 combos set up with my favorite baits. What I learned from this sission was setting up the combos for the different depths of the water column and for follow up casts. Good info!

[@gizmocarr3093]

Most everyone who starts fishing only buys one rod and reel. They likely start out fishing crickets, worms, minnows or some kind of bait and float. You never saw Opie or Andy Taylor using more than one rod. That is just fine for anyone; who is happy with the simplicity of fishing. If someone goes too advanced and sophisticated to soon they might get frustrated and give up. No body spends big bucks on tackle right out of the gate. Two rods one for fishing a bobber and one for fishing a sinker and hook comes next. Covering the bottom and top is covered; then you can go crazy and the sky is the limit. No matter what you read, watch, or others tell you; plan on making a lot of mistakes. This never ends no matter how many years you fish. If anyone tells you different they are fibbers. Two rods one spinning and one casting covers about everything. After that; well things get complicated; now days the combinations of stuff to fish with is endless and that goes for all the recommendations as well. If you honestly compared your failure rate to your success rate; every angler spends hours sitting on or near the water wearing a Dunce hat gazing into the water. There is no lack of Humble Pie for anglers.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Fishing can definitely humble you EXTREMELY quick!

[@ryana.7510]

I'll keep a handful in my car and pick one or two to take with me around the bank when I get to the body of water and determine conditions/what baits I think I'll want to throw. Always have the option to run back to the car and switch up if needed (if it's close enough by)

[@cumberlandprolures]

Great topic, I generally have several different combos. I use different power rods and lb lines depending on the lure selection. Although at times if I am just going out for a short trip I will just grab the jig rod and go fishing. At times it seems more relaxing just having one rod an lure. Nothing to think about just fish 👍

[@garylawlor2288]

Good advice. When I go bank lure fishing in freshwater I bring two combos. For pike I usually bring out a longer powerful swimbait rod (based on the S.G browser blank) and a shorter rod for big jerk/glide baits. Or else I bring one of the pike rods and a lighter rod for perch and brown trout. No freshwater bass in my neck of the woods.

[@evanslaton5588]

I go with up to 3 rods, whether fishing from boat or bank. One is a ML power spinning rod for finesse lures (ned rigs, wacky rigs, grubs), one is a M power spinning rod for heavier stuff (frogs, big spinners, swimbaits), and the third is used for live bait (UL power spinning rod if going for panfish, or a heavier spinning rod for catfish and stuff). If I'm only going to use one rod, I choose either the finesse rod or the heavier lure rod, depending on what I think the fish will be doing that day. If I'm fishing with bait, I always have the two lure rods with me as well. I think it's important to keep at least one rod that can handle the small/lightweight stuff, as well as one that can handle the bigger/heavier stuff. Trying to work a finesse bait on a meat stick doesn't work well. Likewise, working a heavy spinner on a finesse setup also feels weird. Finesse fishing is my favorite way to fish, but getting on that frog bite is a close second. You can't efficiently fish both with the same setup.

[@jackjack1212]

Before my grandpa gave me his old bass tracker, I used to love bringing one combo because I could move around the lake between spots. Having a spinning rod was nice when the fishing was tough, but nothing feels like hiking around with one combo and a backpack. You feel so mobile.

[@buzzdriver77]

Well, I’ve been bass fishing for 30+ years. First starting out, I was a 1-2 combo guy. Now, I usually take about 4-5 combos with me. A couple med hvy/fast action rods. One is more parabolic for chatterbaits and other moving baits. The other is my t-rig and jig rod. I have a heavy action rod for froggin/pitching/flippin, a medium action spinning rod for finesse baits, senkos, etc. And also a dedicated swimbait rod for throwing the bigger stuff when I’m looking for that TANK. I don’t use all of them every time out, but it sure is nice not having to constantly re-tie and so much more time efficient. More time fishing, less time changing baits. Multiple combos is definitely the way to go in my opinion.

[@Hillers95]

I’m a 3 combo feesherman. A froggin combo, a med. heavy casting combo and a med. power spinning combo for those follow ups. Sometimes I’ll bring along an ultralight rig in case the bass aren’t biting, maybe the panfish are. At least I might get dinner out of the day.

[@kylesmith3752]

Really like this video. Thank you Debo for considering the bank fisherman who may not have the budget to enjoy fishing on a boat every week.

[@brianlee9074]

Great video Debo. For me, I have to have a minimum of three rigs. Mainly because of the different setups. Med, med hvy, and hvy. Sometimes a spinning combo too. Thanks for all you do, and love the content.