the right way? Because anything can fail during a fishing trip. Your hook might bend out during a fight. You might lose the handle screw in your reel, rendering it useless. The tip of your rod can ...

WaveSpin doesn't make spinning reels anymore, so I feel free to share some observations about the unique reels without conflict. Invented by the late Doug Hannon, WaveSpin reels are different than ...

Most attempts at improving baitcasters are aimed at reducing backlashes. Whether through magnets, centrifugal brakes, computer chips or a combination of those devices, today's casting reels are ...

Spinning reels are more popular than ever. Once considered beginner tackle, they've gained pro-angler attention for finesse fishing and forward-facing sonar. As a result, a new generation of spinning ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Owen James Burke After new testing, our new runner-up pick is the Penn Battle ...