The best fishing gear salesperson isn’t the associate at your local fishing store or an ad on TV. It’s a friend that outfishes you with superior gear. Last summer, I was frog fishing with a buddy who ...

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 ...

This past summer, the editors asked me to conduct a rigorous, thorough test to find the best casting reels for bass fishing. I immediately jumped at the opportunity and started to plan. Similar to ...

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 ...