Abu Garcia Revo X is probably the best bang for the buck for a beginner ive got 5 of them and nothing but good things to say about them. It is also extremely compact. and if she doesnt take to it its a good reel to throw in with yours and use. all mine are on Vendetta rods and I absolutely love them. for less than $200 for whole setup you cant go wrong. click the magnet up an extra few times more than you would use it at to keep her from birdnesting will cost her on distance but save alot of headache.