CAST STL · ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI

Start simple.
Fish smarter.

A simple first setup, a few useful knots, and enough water-reading basics to stop feeling lost at the bank.

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Simple gear.
More fishing.

Medium spinning combo

A versatile first rod/reel for many local species.

8–10 lb mono

Easy to tie, forgiving, inexpensive, and good for learning.

Small tackle kit

Hooks, split shot, floats, pliers, jigs, worms and a few moving baits.

Lake contour reading illustration