Fishing equipment, like most sporting goods, varies greatly in quality and expense. For instance, spinning reels run from less than $50 to several hundred dollars, depending on size and quality.
To start saltwater fishing, expect to spend $200-$250 to get on the water with the capability of actually catching fish. While department stores such as Sears and Wal-Mart have plenty of lower-priced fishing gear, newer anglers are wise to go to a small shop with knowledgeable employees. These shops are good places to start:
Bayman Charters
285 St. George St.
Duxbury
781-934-2838
Fishing FINatics
80 Main St.
Everett
617-381-1997
Fore River Bait and Tackle
708 Washington St.
Quincy
617-770-1397
Goose Hummock
15 Route 6A
Orleans
508-255-0455
Pete's Bait and Tackle
121 North St. (Route 114)
Salem
978-744-9000
Red Top Sporting Goods Co.
265 Main St.
Buzzards Bay
508-759-3371
Surfland Bait and Tackle
28 Plum Island Blvd.
Plum Island
978-462-4202
Kittery Trading Post
301 Route 1
Kittery, Maine
207-439-2700
