Fishing tackle refers to the equipment and gear used when engaing in the pursuit of fish for sport and commercial value. Examples of fishing tackle include (but are not limited to) hooks, lures, bait, sinkers, leaders, lines, rods, and reels. Fishing is the activity of hunting for fish. ... Different hook types Different hook sizes (not to scale) A fishing hook is a hook used to catch fish. ... Spinner lure with ring, dish, body/weight and hook In terms of sport fishing, a lure is an object, often designed to resemble fish prey, equipped with one or many hooks that is used to catch fish. ... Bait is any substance used to attract prey, e. ... A sinker is a weight used in fishing to force a lure to sink more rapidly or to increase the distance that it may be cast. ... Fishing line is any cord made for fishing. ... A fiberglass spinning rod and reel circa 1997. ... A spinning reel A fishing reel is a device used for the deployment and retrieval of fishing line using a spool mounted on an axle. ...