The surf is one of the most demanding fishing environments. If you want your reel to be up to the task, here are the things you should be considering

That old spinning reel might do just fine, but a dedicated reel for hard water fishing will take you to the next level

Trout, bass and panfish are a blast on light tackle. These reels will help you bring them to hand

A good trout fly reel has a smooth drag and consistent stopping power””here are the best

Packing fresh line on the spool isn’t difficult, but if you get it wrong, you’ll end up in wind-knot and bird’s-nest city. Here’s how to do it right

With a few adjustments and a little practice, you’ll be wielding one of these reels like a bass pro in no time

The right spinning reel gives anglers the ability to deliver lures where they want and tame the blistering runs of inshore fish

The right combo gets you on the water and ready to handle whatever fish you plan on targeting

The SaltX combines freight-train stopping drag with a sealed body that keeps the brine at bay

Learn how to make these lures work up and down on the retrieve to boat more bass now