Spinning reels are extremely versatile. They can be paired with a good dropshot rod to fish in deep water, used to reel in hair jigs across structure, or skip wacky rigs under docks for lethargic ...

Spinning gear used to be frowned upon by many “serious” bass anglers, but better drag systems and better lines — combined with increasingly skittish fish — mean that it’s become a default choice in ...

Choosing the right reel for bass fishing can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Baitcasting and spinning reels ...

In the market for a new casting reel? Looking to upgrade your lineup with a higher quality casting reel? Then look no further. With the year winding down and the weather cooling down (not to mention ...

One of the best spinning reels is on sale for a great price. The Fuego LT is highly recommended by myself and OL contributors. Here’s what you can save on one: The Daiwa Fuego LT spinning reel is on ...

Team members, Mark Sawyer, James Furness and Aidan Bordiuk have been testing a variety of spinning reels from chucking big ...

The Starting Spot: -Summer is in full swing all over the country and bass are hitting topwater lures with reckless abandon. Do you know the best topwater baits to catch the most bass? -Check out the ...

Choosing the best fishing rod and reel combo doesn’t have to break the bank. For bass anglers who want to level up their bass fishing gear without paying premium prices, one clever trick is to ...

Casting reels are the foundation of many bass fishing setups. And you can do a lot with a good baitcaster, from skipping jigs to bombing frogs to winding spinnerbaits to winching in crankbaits. And ...

Tis the season... of new fishing gear. There's really no better time to stock up on new rods and reels like the Christmas season. As anglers, many of us our pretty particular about the kind of gear we ...