Rod & Reel Combos
Rod and reel combos matched and ready to fish, from kids combos and all-round spin outfits to soft bait, slow jig, electric and game combos. Our range is led by Daiwa, alongside Okuma, Shimano, Jarvis Walker and Accurate, with rods and reels paired for balance, line rating and value.
Pick a spin combo as an all-rounder, a soft bait combo for the harbour, an overhead combo for the boat or a baitrunner combo for live and strayline baits. Cast from the beach with a surf combo, go deep with an electric combo, chase trout with a trout and canal combo, and start young anglers with a kids combo.
Get help choosing the right outfit at the Land & Sea concept store at 36 Pollen Street, Grey Lynn, or order online for tracked delivery across New Zealand, with click and collect from our Westgate collection point at 4B Topere Way.
Frequently asked questions about rod and reel combos
Are rod and reel combos good quality?
Many combos pair genuinely good rods and reels from leading brands, chosen to work well together, so they are not just cheap starter kits. Entry-level combos are great value for beginners and occasional anglers, while premium combos use the same quality reels and rods you might buy separately. Look at the reel and rod models in the combo to judge quality, and choose a level that suits how often you fish.
Do combos come with line already spooled?
Some combos come pre-spooled with line, which means you can fish straight away, while others are supplied without line so you can choose the type and strength you want. The product description will say whether line is included. If it is not, braid with a fluorocarbon leader suits soft baiting and lures, while mono is a forgiving choice for bait fishing and kids.
How do I choose a combo for the fish I want to catch?
Start with your target species and where you fish. For snapper, kahawai and general harbour or boat fishing, a 4 to 8 kg or 6 to 10 kg spin or overhead combo covers most situations. For kingfish, look at jigging, topwater or heavier live bait combos. For trout, choose a light spin or canal combo, and for the beach, a long surf combo. The line rating on the rod is the best guide.
What is the best combo for a beginner?
A spin combo around 6 foot 6 to 7 foot, rated 4 to 8 kg, is the best all-round starting point. Spin reels are easy to cast without tangles, and that size handles wharf, beach and boat fishing for most common species. Choose a combo that comes spooled with line so you can start straight away, and add a few hooks, sinkers and soft baits to get going.
Can I upgrade the reel on a combo later?
Yes. Combos are made from standard rods and reels, so you can swap in a better reel later as long as it suits the rod's line rating and reel type, spin or overhead. Many anglers start with a combo and upgrade the reel as their skills grow, keeping the rod. Check that the new reel balances well on the rod and that its line capacity suits the fishing you do.
What combo is best for kids and families?
For young children, a short, tough kids combo is easiest to handle and survives being dropped. Older kids and teenagers can step up to a light 6 foot spin combo rated around 3 to 6 kg, which casts easily and catches most fish around wharves and beaches. Families often buy a couple of matching spin combos so everyone can fish together, plus a small tackle box to share.
What should I check when I get a new combo?
Make sure the reel is firmly tightened into the reel seat and lined up with the guides, and that the drag works smoothly before your first trip. If the combo is unspooled, fill the reel to just below the lip with the right line. Check that the rod sections fit snugly. Practise casting in an open space first, and rinse the outfit with fresh water after every saltwater trip.
Which combo is most versatile for New Zealand fishing?
A 7 foot spin combo rated around 4 to 8 kg with a 3000 to 4000 size reel and light braid is the most versatile outfit for New Zealand. It handles soft baits, light bait fishing, micro jigs and casting small lures from boats, wharves, beaches and rocks, catching snapper, kahawai, trevally and gurnard. Add a heavier outfit later if you want to target kingfish.