When I first started fishing in the 1980s, baitcasting reels were mysterious and a little bit daunting. The old-timers told us tales of monstrous “bird’s nests” and “backlashes,” which they euphemized ...

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We torture-tested some of the top budget casting reels made today to see which models truly give anglers a bang for their buck Thanks to increased competition in the market and radical advancements in ...

After two full days on the water, here’s what I experienced using Svivlo’s innovative Draken ONE reel and its CastGuard braking system. | Photo by Craig Mazurek I spent two days fishing with a new ...

Know how to make the reel choice When you decide to join the more than 50 million Americans who fish, your first step is to buy the right equipment. One essential component of your fishing gear is the ...

In this video, we’ll be comparing 8 Fishing Reels that are designed for different kinds of users. Not only will we take build quality into consideration, but also unique selling features, so that you ...

Of course, the appearance of a fishing reel won't help you catch more bass. However, the distinctive look of the Antares can't be ignored when unboxing the reel. It's flat out sexy. Shimano engineers ...