I’m often asked to recommend a reasonably priced spinning reel for surf applications. For me, the answer is obvious. The Penn Spinfisher VI reel is the best spinning reel choice, and some version of ...

Maybe it’s just me. Sure, it’s enjoyable to get out on the water, dock or shoreline to cast and hope. Might be nothing better. But you know what’s a close second: Preparing to go fishing. Deciding ...

If you like to fish, you have a lot of company. There are some 60 million Americans who do as well, of which about 75% fish at least once in any given year. While most are fresh-water enthusiasts, ...