Spinning reel fishing is the best way to spend a day off of work. It is the fisherman's equivalent of a movie and popcorn. Unlike fly-fishing or baitcaster fishing, using a standard spool and axel reel with a simple bail takes almost no thought on the part of the fisherman. Simply flip the bail back holding the line with your forefinger, just above the reel, arch the rod back and fling it forward releasing your finger and you have liftoff. Spinning reel rods allows you to switch effortlessly between a lure and baited hook so you can enjoy variety.

If you are new to fishing, this is the place to start. Because of its simplicity reel fishing continues to be the most popular style and even for greenhorns of the saltwater, among the most productive. In contrast to other styles, it is hard to make a fishing mistake with the simple spinning rod. Maybe with a baitcaster you get a backlash, not so with spinning reel fishing. Possibly on a fly fishing trip all you will catch is a tree branch. Again, not the case with spinners. All you need to do for a great day on the beach is bait the hook, set the line, find a pitch, set the poll in the sand and wait for a fish to come to you.

Sure, you might not be embracing all the technical challenges associated with fishing, but when push comes to shove, most fishermen will be grateful to just snag a fish. It is not uncommon for folks to return home, after a day on the water, empty handed. Since there is no guarantee that you will be going home with a stocked cooler full of fish, you might as well enjoy the time on the sandy beach.