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 ...

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 ...

From epic bites to quiet mornings, this look back on years of using the Flat Fall and Colt Sniper lures showcases the highs (and some surprises) of fishing in San Diego waters. Judge strikes down ...

SHIMANO’S Ultegra FD range of six models represents the “Ultimate Evolution” of modern, mid-priced spinning reels. Featuring INFINITYXCROSS, INFINITYDRIVE and Shimano’s unique ANTITWISTFIN, Ultegra FD ...

This winter, I set out to test some of the best Shimano reels available, from spinning reels to baitcasters. The test logistics included many moving parts like target species, reel size, and ...

More anglers are targeting finicky fish with finesse tactics, and small spinning reels with sturdy construction, smooth drag and powerful gears are gaining popularity. Blain Anderson, product manager ...

I talk in depth with Chapter 2 Bike’s founder Mike Pryde about their top line aero-race bike – the KOKO – which is also the latest PEZ project bike build. Below I go through the full build spec ...

BEACH fishing outfits in the past, at least in my experience, were often big and cumbersome. Sure, it goes with the territory, but some were just seemed unnecessarily heavy and difficult to cast.

Shimano’s entry into the 12-speed road drivetrain category came a bit later than their competition, but they made up for it with stellar performance and long-term durability. I’ve been riding the ...