Fishing

[Samuraisan]

My son loves fishing , so I thought as I am his secret Santa, I'd get him something to do with it. We agree to spend around 80-100€. I don't know the proper name for it, but he goes to the beach and fishes from there. Has anyone got a good idea for me ?

[paddywak]

I spent years sea fishing and one thing I found was that fancy fishing tackle caught more fishermen then it ever did fish.If you're set on something for fishing,then I would suggest you get him a voucher and let him get what he wants himself.

[fbg40]

Samuraisan
The type of rod you would need is called a Beachcaster, and as dive buddy says a Multiplier is the best type of reel for beachcasting. Hope this helps.
FBG40

[Buenchico]

>>>I don't know the proper name for it, but he goes to the beach and fishes from there

Are you referring to a beach shelter? If so, this will give you an idea of what's available:
http://www.anglingdirect.co.uk/store/sea/bivvies-shelters
If not, the 'Sea' link, at the top of that page, will give you further suggestions as to what you might buy him.

[paddywak]

I also forgot to mention that the major pieces fishing tackle such as rods and reels are very much a matter of personal choice.How they feel,how they match each other and balance together is very much a personal thing and I would hesitate to buy something as expensive as a decent reel to have it left in the bottom of a tackle box and never used because it "didn't feel right". I can speak from experience of this.

[paddywak]

divebuddy probably has the best suggestion,take him to a decent tackle shop,tell him how much he can spend and let him loose to get what he really wants.

[alavahalf]

Pop up beach shelter ... lantern ... good water and wind proof Leggings and jacket.
Sorry but that's you £100 gone.

[Samuraisan]

Thanks everyone. Maybe I'll get him some aftershave !