03-21-2002, 11:27 PM
I am a recreational saltwater angler who fishes the Gulf out of Panama City and Destin. I charter and use the equipment provided. I will be fishing much more and want to buy my own rod and reel. I usuall fish for cobia but also enjoy dolphin, mackerel and tuna. I would like some suggestions as to which rod and reel to buy without the influence of a salesman in a tackle shop. I did use a Penn reel once that was very nice but do not know which model to buy or which rod to put with it. Any help would be appreciated.<br><br>