Fishing equipment is an essential part of the sport of fishing. The most common pieces of equipment include reels, TACKLE, NETS, rods, and flyrods. Reels are cylindrical devices used to store and deploy fishing line. TACKLE refers to the various items used in fishing, such as hooks, lures, and weights. NETS are large mesh bags used to catch fish. Rods are long, flexible poles used to cast a line into the water. Flyrods are specialized rods used to cast artificial flies. All of these pieces of equipment are necessary for successful fishing.