Red fish are a saltwater species in the drum family. An adult can weight from 30 to 90 pounds, so your tackle must be able to handle a fish that big. Any good heavy weight rod will do the trick. A good spinning or casting reel will also be acceptable for catching the red fish. A baitcasting reel will also work well if you know how to use them. The line is also just as important as the rod and reel you choose. 15 to 20 pound test line will insure that you can pull in that big fish. A larger hook is also needed to keep the fish from breaking your hook. Get more information here: http://www.mademan.com/mm/types-fishing-reels.html Red fish will bite on artificial plastic grubs and some top water baits, but their favorite baits are live shrimp, small crabs, and minnows. Dead bait can also be used such as pieces of dead fish. Using a bottom fishing rig is also a good way to catch red fish, as well as top water fishing and surf casting from beaches. Having the correct equipment for catching red fish and knowing how you equipment works will go a long way to catching that trophy red fish and having a great day on the water.