This winter, I set out to test some of the best Shimano reels available, from spinning reels to baitcasters. The test logistics included many moving parts like target species, reel size ...

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Learn More › After thoroughly testing the Shimano Stradic FL for a year, I can confidently say it’s one of the best spinning reels available. This spinning reel is the Swiss Army knife of fishing.

A spinning reel is probably your most important piece of fishing gear, and with the amount of equipment you can buy to go fishing, that’s saying a lot. Especially for beginner and intermediate ...

Through personal experience and advice from top anglers, we’re certain we’ve created the ultimate list of the best fishing reels for saltwater on the market today. Check out these reels from Canyon, ...

When it comes to investing in the best spinning reels, anglers don't need to break the bank or dive deep into research. Nowadays, there's are dozens of affordable, well-made reels out there that ...

Based on our testing and research, the Shimano Teramar NE is where durability, versatility, and featherweight design intersect best. (We suggest pairing this rod with a Daiwa BG MQ Spinning Reel.) ...

Putting Together the Best Fishing Rod and Reel Combo In most cases, I would put more emphasis on and invest more budget into a higher-end rod, and spend less on the reel. / Shimano For a specific ...

If you’re just getting started with bass fishing, you’ll quickly notice that experienced anglers seem to use one of two ...