The right fishing gear can make your time on the water easier, but you do not need every rod, reel, lure, or tool on the market to catch fish. This section explains fishing gear practically so you can understand what each piece does, when it matters, and how it fits the way you fish. Learn about fishing rods, reels, line, hooks, bait, lures, rigs, tackle boxes, nets, pliers, fish finders, kayak fishing gear, and other equipment anglers use in freshwater and saltwater situations.