Question about fishing rod stuff

[Muhammed]

seems the gift card won the popular vote

Well, if you don't know what he needs, that's probably the best way to go.

Personally, I usually fish with an old bamboo crappie pole that my uncle gave me about 45-50 years ago.

 

[Missourian]

Your best bet will be to give him a gift card. Most fishermen are particular on what they like to use.

^^^ This. This right here.