Dust off your ascot and meerschaum, admittance to the “cane fraternity” is only pennies away. Then again, it may take a few decades for you to really appreciate the simplicity and elegance, giving you time to gather the appropriate accoutrements.

At $39.95 for the base model, comes with #8 line and appears to have as much tip flex as an axe handle. A little on the drab side, but the addition of a large arbor reel stuffed with day-glo backing should add measurably to the appeal.