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 ...

Most anglers assume when building a new rod and reel combo, you should match the approximate price of your reel to the rod. Since most manufacturers seem to combo their own gear using an approximate ...

To start surf fishing all you need is a small box of tackle, a long fishing rod, and a surf fishing reel. Just because it’s simple, doesn’t mean surf fishing is easy. Surf anglers face a daunting list ...

Reliable baitcaster combos can make casting all day efficient and enjoyable. Baitcasting reels are known for accurate, long casts and quick follow-up casts. But if you’re new to fishing with a ...

Surf fishing is incredibly hard on all gear and tackle, but the best surf fishing reels are up for the challenge. The reason so many reels struggle in the surf is due to the corrosive and destructive ...

Fishing a frog over the pads and slop is one of my absolute favorite ways to catch bass. The visual strikes are absolutely explosive. When the bite is on, a day of frog fishing is a great day. It’s ...

Get big results without breaking the bank! This beautiful bass shows the power of a well-chosen rod and reel combo, proving you don’t need to spend over your budget to to find fishing success. / Kurt ...

But here’s the truth: you’ll often experience more real-world on-the-water performance by shifting a higher percentage of your budget into the rod. Spend smarter on your combo by pairing a slightly ...