Not all reels are tape on. They have screw in reel seats, retreiver reels, a lot of folks use big Zebco's. I don't use my hunting bow either though. We usually take turns, 5 shots, then the other guy gets to run the trolling motor. I river fish, and just slow cruise backwater sloughs. You'll see gar and carp working the banks. I like the Muzzy points. If you don't have a boat, find a shallow grassy bay and wade it slowly, or walk slowly along slough banks until you see em. Polarized glasses will help a LOT during the day. A lot of people go at night with big lights and stuff. I usually get plenty of shooting during the day. USE SAFETY SLIDES ON YOUR ARROWS.

For equipment try Sully's or just google bowfishing gear to get an idea on what's out there.