would a 14 year old enjoy this for fishing in neighborhood lake?
592499
Absolutely. This is a great setup and I would recommend it to anyone for light to medium fresh water fishing.
2220385
My chld is younger and really enjoys it. She's not strong enough to use it for very long at one time. Neighborhood kids in that age group like to stop by when they see my child shooting it, and ask if they can have a few turns shooting it. They all seem to enjoy it. I'd say go for it!
1032239
I wouldn't. I bought several of them to take kids fishing, and a couple of them broke. I loved the concept of the Shakespeare rod, but I was disappointed.
1332986
Yes, it should work fine for that. I use mine for trout fishing. Have had it for about 6 mo. Seems to be very durable. The only complaint I have is sometimes one of the joints will stick a be a little hard to push in.
430038
Yes. But delenfs in how depth you fish. I recomend you no more than 300 feet
1055294
Yes, but it is very basic. You would need much more for your average fishing trip. Some would consider the 'tackle' useless.
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.
1812540
I prefer larger "round" baitcasters for that task, although this one has a little bit larger spool than many low profile reels, so it is good with 14lb mono or 20lb braid. Although it's not really made for salt, it should be OK if you are meticulous about cleaning it afterwards.
939732
Ehh I'd wait til he/she was 14-16 Its pretty heavy (i use a rest usually and im 24yrs old 6'2 180lbs) There is a little bit of recoil which could scare them. its a bit noisy If u don't use heavy pellets (can break the sound barrier creating a sonic boom) and the piston action is tough to actuate. even after its broken in after 100 shots or so. Plus it has enough muzzle energy to kill or maim animals easily. I'd stay with a multipump or lever action bb gun til he/she is older. I actually have a 20$ one from Walmart that's fun as heck and just the right fit for a 12 year old. Get 500 BBS and some tin cans and its fun for hours for dirt cheap. This gun is for doing work on vermin or shooting tacks at 50 feet.
1981609
Yeah! I've gone fishing, caught some small fish with it!Just be careful if you catch anything big.. :)Also don't hook your kayak, that'd be bad..
838439
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...
1475352
It might be small for a 14 and 17 year old. I think a bear apprentice might be better. It is a great beginer bow for older youth and young adults.
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.
1978370
Hello,It would look small in his hand but he will still be able to fish with it. (no, it does not look like sponge bob, Barbie or Dora fishing pole. It is an actual fishing pole). The ugly stick is very easy and fun to use for lake fishing. You can also upgrade the reel and spool later on. Good luck and happy birthday.
864632
Yes, I think with a little guidance he would be just fine. My brother and I started teaching my nephew how to use the rod and reel. While casting it was a little bit beyond him at this stage (he is not quite 4), he was able to hold it, and watch for the bobber to go under, and to reel in a few fish.
1871768
Yes, my son is 9 and likes it. He's very outdoorsy, camping, fishing, hunting, gold panning type of kid, so if yours is like that, then yes for sure.
648387
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! 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... » Read More 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! « Show Less