Inshore spinning reels have a tough job battling big fish on light tackle. Their offshore cousins are too heavy for practical use and freshwater reels lack the drag to stop blistering runs. With ...

The BG MQ is Daiwa’s answer to an affordable inshore reel that incorporates technology from its flagship models. The MQ stands for monocoque which refers to the construction of the frame. Traditional ...

Whether I’m catching backcountry tarpon, bull reds in the Chesapeake Bay, or jigging flounder, a good inshore spinning reel is a must. That’s why I spent months testing eight reels in Florida’s Nature ...

The common refrain among freshwater fly anglers is that your reel doesn’t matter, but when it comes to saltwater fly reels, that statement couldn’t be farther from the truth. Saltwater alone will test ...

Fishing is no longer done only as an economic activity and a source of food. In many countries, especially those with large water bodies or those with shores to oceans and seas have incorporated ...

The SV Spool is strong and capable of tolerating the increased pressures of braided line. The T-Wing System allows the line to pass freely, without friction, through the level wind’s eye, on a long ...

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A reliable fishing reel is at the heart of any angler’s setup. The best fishing reels hold, dispense and retrieve line, all while serving as your primary tool for hauling in fish. While there are ...

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 anglers ...