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There is nothing wrong with the gear you have. You just need more practice and to use it with the ratings that Shakespeare suggests. I would suggest getting another rod if the ones you already have don't have the specs that you want.
Being 14, you haven't really grown all that much. Heck, when I was 14, I didn't even start growing. When I was 14, I was about 5'2" and a 10 foot rod was too long for me. An 8 footer was good though. Now that I'm nearly 6', a 10 foot rod works fine. Also, your muscles haven't grown too much. Like any sport, you need to train during your off season. Once you are old enough, most physicians believe 16 is old enough to start, look at starting weight training. You don't have to be completely ripped but try doing simple things to build up your arms and your chest. Pull ups (palms not facing you on the bar) will work your triceps (the muscles underneath your arm) and chin ups (palms facing you) will work your biceps. Push ups will work your pectorals (the chest muscles) and your deltiods(the muscles on your shoulders). These are the main muscles you use. They are designed for pushing and pulling your arms. Just make sure when you go to the doctor next time, consult him on his feelings and if he gives you the green light, make sure you don't over-do it. Nothing will put you out of commission faster than a pulled muscle.
You will see an improvement in your fishing. I spent a lot of my free time in the school's weight room during gym and afterschool. Not only will it make you stronger but it will give you better stamina and just make you feel better overall.
Good luck, remember, talk to the doctor before you do anything.
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