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, and ...

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. I’ve caught ...

Of course, the appearance of a fishing reel won't help you catch more bass. However, the distinctive look of the Antares can't be ignored when unboxing the reel. It's flat out sexy. Shimano engineers ...

A baitcasting reel combines the precision of a Swiss watch and the power of a hydraulic winch. That's why a casting reel requires precision bearings, a high-speed spool and responsive brakes to cast a ...

Spinning reels are extremely versatile. They can be paired with a dropshot rod to fish in deep water, used to drag hair jigs across structure, or rigged to skip wacky baits under docks. Bass-specific ...

Essential for casting baits to tailing sailfish while fishing off the Florida Keys or pitching a live bait to a striped marlin off Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, the best offshore saltwater spinning reels ...