Pro bass angler Destin DeMarion says that rods in the $150 to $250 price range “should provide great quality and an excellent warranty too,” while Team USA fly fisherman Ben Wilcox agrees that the more you spend, the “stronger, lighter, and more accurate” the rod will be. However, there are many good entry-level rods on the market, with several on this list coming in at around the $50 to $60 mark. Wilcox recommends “casting a variety of rods at your local fishing store and purchasing the one that feels best while also fitting your budget.”