Looking to get a setup. Want a descent kit since I will have it for a while. Can anybody let me know which would be the best. I'll be both on bank and boat. Pros and cons of the setup if possible. Thanks in advance.

i am also finding best fishing setup

Get an older used bow like a bear whitetail or something of that style with wheels not cams. You can probably find one for less than $200. Get a saltwater Zebco 808 and a reel seat at Academy and thats only another $50 bucks. Spend the rest of the money on gas for the boat. If you can find a Martin Rebel Recurve that is another good option. The rebel is now around 400 new so you could still go that way and stay under $500 with the reel seat and 808. If you really want a ams reel I have one i will sell you cheap just pm me, but if you are planning on shooting a bunch of fish it doesn't keep up with the Zebco.

I have a cajun sucker punch. Everything I have missed has been me. Yep, I wouldn't mind a fancy vader or GNAT like all the pros have. But I can't say it would make me a better bowfisherman.

The best bow fishing setup really depends on your budget and comfort level, but a simple and reliable option is usually the best place to start. Many people prefer a lightweight compound bow or a recurve bow with a lower draw weight, since bow fishing shots are quick and close range, often under 20 feet. For the reel, a basic drum reel works, but a retriever reel is more convenient and tangle-free. Pair it with a sturdy fiberglass arrow fitted with a bowfishing tip that can penetrate and hold fish securely. Most setups also benefit from a bow fishing rest, which makes it easier to shoot heavy arrows smoothly. The key is not going overly complex—start with a bow in the 30–40 lb range, a reliable reel, and a couple of good arrows, and you’ll have a setup that works well for most bow fishing situations.