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 ...

Last week we talked about fishing rod tips, today we're going to talk about fishing reels. The first decision you need to ...

Today's Fishing Q&A is about the difference between spinning reels and baitcasting reels, what are good baits for grass carp, and how to fish in areas where there is a lot of debris. Question 1: So I ...

A level wind baitcasting rod and reel combination is a valuable tool for most freshwater fishing and many light tackle saltwater applications. They provide a direct connection to a lure or bait, and ...

Since I discovered Lew's baitcasting reels, I've parked my Calcuttas. The Shimano Calcutta baitcaster has been my favorite stream reel since 2006, when I began specializing in light baitcasting ...

This reel looks good—matte black finish, clean, minimal graphics, with slightly aggressive lines and shapes. It feels good—ergonomic, low-profile form, large handles, not exceptionally light, but ...

We started fishing with a spincast rig and we mastered the spinning reel, but we will encounter situations that demand a baitcasting rig. A baitcasting reel has an open face. The spool rotates ...

Learn about baitcast reels Baitcast reels are far and away the most popular fishing reel for bass. Peter Simmons of Simmons Sporting Goods in Bessemer explains the uses and features of today's ...

Sure, you can leave your tackle in a pile in the garage. But if you want to prolong the life of fishing reels, follow these maintenance tips.

Learning how to cast a baitcaster is a great way to level up your skill set and access a whole other realm of presentations, especially for bass fishing but for plenty of other applications as well.