When shopping for a spinning reel, you’ll want to pay close attention to the weight of the product. The weight of the reel has a lot of say over the effectiveness of your entire fishing setup. Lightweight rod and reel setups are great for most hobby fishermen and anglers. They give their user a lot […]
The fishing reel is one of the oldest inventions in human history. These days, there are specialized fishing reels for every application you can imagine. But you don’t need a fancy reel to catch lots of fish. To understand all the different types of fishing reels, I started my research at the beginning. What I’ve […]
The spinning reel showdown between the Daiwa BG and the Penn Battle II is a clash of epic proportions. Penn is one of the most well-respected names in the fishing reel industry, while Daiwa is my personal favorite when it comes to fishing tackle of all varieties, reels no exception. When I set out to […]
For years I’ve heard from those loyal to baitcasters that they are superior to spinning reels. You just have to get used to the baitcaster, they would say, and then you’ll see the difference. I have primarily been a spinning reel guy, and the thought of trying out a baitcaster never seemed worth it. If […]
A Buyer’s Guide to Baitcasting Reels If you’re looking into the purchase of a baitcasting fishing reels, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re looking for the basic information you’ll need to make an informed purchase, or just want to find a high-quality reel to meet your needs you’ll be able to find the […]
Top 5 Best Spincast Reels These lightweight reels are simple to use, and the main niche you’ll find for them is in fishing for panfish and other small varieties. They’re really not made for extended fights or catching monsters, but they’re great for the weekend warrior type. More experienced anglers might use one as part […]
The Waterworks Lamson Guru Fly Reel offer fantastic quality and durability, as well as coming in both clear and black colors for the angler who’s picky about the look of his reel. They’re high-quality for an entry level fly reel, and there’s a number of slight innovations to its design that end up being pretty big […]
The Redington Crosswater series is a great set of lightweight and bargain priced fly reels. They’re made of a light composite material and come in a variety of sizes that make them suitable for anything from trout and panfish up to bass. They’re not a wonder of engineering, but they’re definitely a solid choice for […]
The Okuma Helios Fly Reel makes for a fantastic choice for saltwater fishing. The Helios series comes in five sizes, and the smaller ones are great for freshwater use as well. They’re well engineered and come with a little bit of the technology that makes Okuma such a high-end name in the fishing world. Reliability These […]
Fishing Reel Background Information Okuma RTX Spinning reels are designed as a light weight freshwater and inshore spinning reel. The frame and rotor are constructed of their proprietary C-40X carbon graphite, which means this reel has a total weight of only 6.6 ounces (smallest in the series)! Okuma claims that this construction is 25% lighter […]