would a 14 year old enjoy this for fishing inneighborhood lake?
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Absolutely. This is a great setup and I would recommend it to anyone for light to medium fresh water fishing.
1291652
Yes, I believe so . It's a great item compact and high quality. I love mine
1291653
Sure but this is more of a travel kit for backpackers or just to throw in the truck to have with you. I wouldn't recommend this for a kid even as old as yours since the pole come's apart in so many place's it is fragile and needs a little more attention to detail otherwise half the pole may end up in the water. if I may suggest Shakespeare Ultra Light Action Ugly Spinning Combo, 5-Feet this pole is strong enough to catch big channel cat's and light enough to feel the smallest blue gill nibble hope this helps you.
458885
The boat has only been used by childern in a small lake and a pool. It has held up well, but if you have a risk of hitting sharp rocks or trees it may not be your best choice.
790407
I would have to say yes, especially if you use a 30 to 50# braid and a good floro leader. Happy Fishing!
1951024
Yes, enough for three kids. However, not as good as live bait for kids. Fishing with artificial lures requires some finese. My grandson does not have patience at nine years to properly jig. Additionally, kids will get bored more quickly if they are not catching fish . These colorful plastics with a worm, minnow, doughball or even a piece of hot dog fished with a bobber may be best bet for kids....hope this is helpful.
1351014
Technically yes but it really is a small child's toy. My 4 year old loves it. I think a 14 would be bored in about 4 minutes. Good luck.
902487
This rod can be used for fly or spinning so either or both reels will work. I would probably opt for spinning if the person is just getting started.
549606
Hi Joanne,I asked my husband about this, but he feels that a fly fishing rod would be too advanced for a 5-year-old. He thinks a spinning outfit would be better for a younger child. The fly fishing kit was good for our teenage grandson to learn on. Hope this helps.
2060755
It's not about age recommendation, its about maturity level. I've seen 14 year olds who are more mature than my 23 year old friends. I would suggest it to the 14 year olds over them.
648384
I think you would be ok with it. I have never used one for walleye but I have never had any problems with it for bass fishing and I fish them a lot. Only problem I ever had was a bad handle and I just replaced it and was an easy fix. The drag is good and casts real smooth. I would use them for steelhead fishing in the rivers and think it would hold up just fine. I have fished the Black Max for northern largemouth bass in the state of Oregon for bass as big as 9lbs and use them in bass tournaments and again have had no problems other then one of my reels had a loose grip on the handle and I just replaced the handle for an easy fix. I hope this helps you out, good luck!
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I would say, after having seen the pole, that it would be perfectly adequate for the casual fisherman. I grew up with a dad who was an avid fisherman; this rod has everything that you need to catch fish! Hope that this helps.
1086507
A good old fashioned closed reel is perfect for someone new. My 10 year old son learned with a plain zebco and did very well. I hope that helps.
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You could fish with this kayak. Casting might roll some, but small lake, river fishing should be ok. try to get the better seats. we have the cheaper blowups and they really aren't as good- too low and not enough back support. there is enough room between seats for tackle box, worms, and you could tie a stringer off the bow or stern. Large fish might pull you around, though ;-).
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It is fine to learn with. I would suggest a big backyard or a field with a target to start with until you get the hang of it. Once you feel competent then go to a farm pond or a stream and start fishing
621178
Yes, I got this rod a month ago and for the price it is the best you can get. Sure if you get some higher end rod with a reel that glides it might be easier for the inexperienced, but for a $15 rod this is #1.
1182678
Great rod and real for ponds and lakes. Model 33 is an upgrade from a basic reel. I use them to teach kids (6th graders) to cast and then go fishing.
1981607
I haven't tried fishing. I have a DSLR camera with a large lense and have taken photos from it. There is a storage net on the front that can be reached to put a small tackle box that you could get to. I think there wouldn't be much problem. It is pretty stable.
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Yes, I taught a 7 yr.old earlier in this fishing season. He got the hang of it with some coaching within several hours of pond fishing. He caught 2 bass and was "high hook" for the weekend. Unfortunately, I tried to use the outfit 2days ago and the face of the reel flies off with each cast now. I will be inquiring about returning it...