Is this a good rod and reel combo? I'm very new to fishing and know nothing. I want to buy a rod and I'm wondering if the Daiwa Fishing Rod Sweepfire SW662MFS and the Pioneer Argonaut...

FS Digest

I'm very new to fishing and know nothing. I want to buy a rod and I'm wondering if the Daiwa Fishing Rod Sweepfire SW662MFS and the Pioneer Argonaut Aluminium 4000 Spinning Fishing Reel are good options. It's a two piece rod, medium action and in my budget. Is the reel also a good option, also budget friendly. Also, one last question. Which line should I use, I'm leaning towards monofilament.

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by RystYA

Bigtone1984 Loc: Bend Oregon

Im not sure about that combo, but i would highly recomend any of the okuma combos that are between $60 and $100. I got one about a year ago and I am impressed with it. It's smoother and more reliable then some of my $200 setups. I would also recommend a 6 to 8 lb fluorocarbon line. I've always had good luck with that.

flyguy Loc: Lake Onalaska, Sunfish Capitol of the World!

FS Digest wrote:

I'm very new to fishing and know nothing. I want to buy a rod and I'm wondering if the Daiwa Fishing Rod Sweepfire SW662MFS and the Pioneer Argonaut Aluminium 4000 Spinning Fishing Reel are good options. It's a two piece rod, medium action and in my budget. Is the reel also a good option, also budget friendly. Also, one last question. Which line should I use, I'm leaning towards monofilament.

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by RystYA

It depends on your target fish.

aldeureaux Loc: Fort Worth, Texas

When I first started back fishing after a 45 year hiatus, one of the first combos I purchased was a 13 Fishing Fate Neon combo from FishUSA for around $60. I now have a plethora of combos, most of which are much more expensive, but I find myself, more often than not, reaching for my original Fate Neon combo. It has always gotten the job done. I have it spooled with 8lb. mono. Be sure to set your drag correctly to give any bigger fish you may hook some play. You should be fine.

vic1964 Loc: massachusetts

FS Digest wrote:

I'm very new to fishing and know nothing. I want to buy a rod and I'm wondering if the Daiwa Fishing Rod Sweepfire SW662MFS and the Pioneer Argonaut Aluminium 4000 Spinning Fishing Reel are good options. It's a two piece rod, medium action and in my budget. Is the reel also a good option, also budget friendly. Also, one last question. Which line should I use, I'm leaning towards monofilament.

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by RystYA

i do not like 2piece rods they fall apart and separate at the wrong time. not familiar with reel. i use quantums

aldeureaux Loc: Fort Worth, Texas

My Fate Neon hasn't in several years of fishing it (maybe it's just mine). I like two piece, easy to transport and never really have had a problem with any of them (but only have a few of them, most models don't offer two piece or, if they do, not in the action I am looking for). I do pay attention to ensure they are properly aligned and connected prior to using them, and unless I am taking them on vacation or etc. I usually don't take them apart. That probably makes a difference.

FishermanLeeSonoma

I really like two piece rods, as long as you buy a decent one. Most are very reliable and do not come apart. Your choice really depends on what your fishing for. Spinning reel and lightweight rod for smaller streams/ponds. Heavier as you look at bigger fish....

Dambass Loc: Glendora California

FS, Iv heard good things about the rod. Look at reviews on the reel that's what I do. I'm new as well. As far as line goes, what are you fishing for? Iv always heard if your just starting out mono is the way go.
DB