First, decide what test line you want to use. This is determined by what size rod and reel you have. Generally, the bigger the rod and reel, the heavier line you can use.
There are basically two types of reels, open-faced and closed-faced. Open-faced reels include the spinning reel and the bait casting reel. Closed-faced [...]

The Bass Pro Shops MegaCast baitcast reel is a great fishing reel for fisherman of all skill levels. The MegaCast baitcast reel is super lightweight, plus it has a ton of nice features. In my review of the Bass Pro Shops MegaCast baitcast reel, I will outline some of the feature I really liked about [...]

Bass Pro Shops Tourney Special Baitcast Reel Review – When I heard about the new Bass Pro Shops Tourney Special Baitcast Reel, I couldn’t wait to review it. Bass Pro Shops is well known for making high quality reels at affordable prices, but a fishing reel under $40 is a bit of a stretch. If [...]

Abu Garcia is one of the most reputable brands in the fishing world, so it’s easy to see why I was excited to review the Abu Garcia BCX Baitcast Fishing Reel. While Abu Garcia is known for high quality fishing reels, I intended to put the Abu Garcia BCX Baitcast Fishing Reel to the test [...]