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Medium-heavy spinning rod + reelA 7' medium-heavy spinning combo handles Texas rigs, drop shots, and most finesse techniques.
Baitcasting reel + rodBaitcasters for heavier lures and flipping. Plan on backlash while learning; it's normal.
Bass lure variety packSoft plastics (Senko worms, crawfish), jigs, and a medium-diving crankbait cover 80% of bass situations.
Tackle box / organizerA quality tackle tray system keeps things sorted. Plano and Flambeau are the volume picks.
Fluorocarbon fishing lineFluorocarbon is less visible than mono and sinks faster. 10–14lb covers most bass applications.